How to Make Lighter Chicken and Dumplings - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food dish, perfect for a chilly evening or when you're in need of some hearty, warming food. Traditionally, this dish is made with a rich, creamy broth and tender pieces of chicken, all topped with fluffy, buttery dumplings. While delicious, this traditional version can be a bit heavy and high in calories.

That's why we're excited to share a lighter version of this beloved dish with you. Our recipe for Lighter Chicken and Dumplings cuts back ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced fat cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can low-fat, low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, stir together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, onion and celery. Sautee until chicken is cooked through, and onions are tender. Transfer the chicken mixture to the soup pot, and mix well. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Season with celery seed and black pepper.
  • To Make Dumplings: In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of oil. Pour into the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into simmering chicken stew. Cover pot tightly, and bring to a boil. Simmer for another 12 to 15 minutes - without peeking! Ladle into bowls, and serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    393 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 1276mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 247mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 500mg