If you’re craving some cozy comfort food on an autumn eve, this Chicken and Dumpling Casserole is the perfect choice. It’s creamy, hearty, and topped with fluffy golden biscuits that taste just like homemade dumplings. Even better, it comes together in under an hour, making it one of those family dinner recipes you’ll return to again and again.
This easy casserole recipe is great for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, or whenever you’re in the mood for a warm and satisfying meal. Use the leftover chicken from Oven roasted whole chicken for making this quick casserole! Add a spoonful of Cranberry sauce on the side for a burst of sweet-tart flavor with creamy casseroles.
For another creamy chicken dinner, you’ll love my Chicken Tikka Masala or comforting Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken. And if you’re in the mood for something warm and sweet to finish the meal, don’t miss my Pumpkin Mug Cake or Dark Chocolate Fudge with Almonds
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- WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
- INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
- INSTRUCTIONS (For Chicken and Dumpling Casserole Recipe )
- VARIATIONS FOR THIS EASY CASSEROLE RECIPE
- SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE RECIPE
- Equipment
- STORAGE AND REHEATING TIPS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
- TOP TIPS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
- FAQ
- Related
- Pairing
- EASY CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE (With Biscuit Dough)
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
- Easy Comfort Food – This chicken casserole recipe is delicious, easy to make, and fulfilling. It requires minimal prep and can satisfy your cravings.
- Family Favourite – This dish will please everyone in your home. From kids to adults, ever will love the combination of crispy biscuits and a creamy filling.
- Versatile – You can swap in rotisserie chicken, turkey, or leftover roast. It will still taste great!
- One Dish Meal – Protein, veggies, and bread all in one! This chicken and dumpling casserole is nutritious and fulfilling.
INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
- Cooked Shredded Chicken – You’ll need three cups of cooked shredded chicken. You can also use rotisserie chicken, leftover chicken breasts, or freshly cooked chicken for this easy chicken casserole recipe.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps sauté the vegetables.
- Onion & Celery – These two ingredients will enhance the flavour of the filling. You can substitute celery with leek.
- Garlic – Fresh minced garlic works as a great aromatic. You can use chives if you want to ditch the garlic.
- Flour – Thickens the creamy sauce.
- Poultry Seasoning – Adds that classic chicken and dumpling flavor.
- Salt & Pepper – Adjust to taste.
- Chicken Broth – It’s the base of the sauce (to get that cream of chicken soup). You can make fresh broth, store bought, or any leftovers.
- Worcestershire Sauce - Gives the umami depth flavor to the creamy chicken sauce.
- Frozen Peas & Carrots – They’ll add extra flavor and texture to the casserole.
- Refrigerated Biscuit Dough – Make sure to use refrigerated and quartered biscuit dough for a crisp and even cooking. Even biscuit mix will work here
See recipe card for quantities.
INSTRUCTIONS (For Chicken and Dumpling Casserole Recipe )
In a skillet on a medium heat, melt butter followed by onion and celery and sauté for 4–5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and frozen carrot and peas.
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth and slightly thickened.
Stir in poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, shredded chicken.
Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish. Arrange quartered biscuit pieces evenly over the chicken mixture.
Arrange the biscuit pieces evenly over the creamy chicken filling and lightly press them into the surface so the bottoms make contact with the sauce (this helps them steam and rise). Leave a little space between pieces, they’ll puff up beautifully as they bake. Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the biscuits are deep golden brown on top and cooked through. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly and the biscuits finish setting. Spoon into bowls and serve hot.
Hint: Lift one biscuit, the underside should look set, not doughy, and the filling should be bubbling around the edges.
VARIATIONS FOR THIS EASY CASSEROLE RECIPE
Cheesy Chicken and Dumpling Casserole - If you’re a cheese lover, you’ll enjoy this variation. Just stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar or mozzarella into the creamy chicken filling before topping it with biscuits. The melted cheese makes this chicken dumplings casserole recipe extra rich and gooey.
Chicken and Dumpling Casserole with Vegetables - If you want to sneak in more veggies, this is the perfect way. Along with peas and carrots, add frozen corn, green beans, or broccoli florets. They blend beautifully with the creamy sauce and make the dish even heartier.
Turkey and Dumpling Casserole - Got leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Swap the shredded chicken with turkey. It’s a great way to reinvent leftovers. If you have some leftovers from our Turkey Melt Sandwich, that would work great too.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE RECIPE
Roasted Veggies: This casserole recipe pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, especially if you’re skipping them in the casserole. Try it with Roasted Mini Peppers with Balsamic and Garlic or Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots for extra fiber and flavor.
Salads: My dumpling casserole will inspire anyone if it’s served with a crisp salad on the side. Try Easy Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad, or for a crunchy twist, pair it with Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad.
Potatoes: Casseroles and potatoes are a comforting duo. You can serve this with Sweet Potato Wedges or cheesy mashed potatoes for an even heartier meal.
Soups: If you’re serving a crowd, start with a bowl of soup. This casserole pairs well with our Spicy Vegetable Soup or cream of mushroom soup.
Breads: Even though the biscuits act as dumplings, an extra bread side never hurts. Try my Pumpkin Cheese Ball served with crackers as an appetizer, or garlic bread as a side.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet or saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
STORAGE AND REHEATING TIPS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
Room Temperature: This casserole is best served hot and fresh, but it can sit for up to 2 hours at room temperature.
Refrigerator: You can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Freezer: Freeze tightly wrapped portions of this chicken casserole for up to 2 months. Or if you’re preparing ahead of time, wrap the dish tightly in plastic wrap and then freeze.
Reheating and Thawing: Reheat the refrigerated dumpling casserole in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes. Thaw the frozen casserole in the fridge for 6 hours and then reheat at the same temperature.
TOP TIPS FOR CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE
- Cut biscuit dough into quarters so they bake evenly and puff up nicely.
- Bake uncovered to keep the tops golden brown.
- Don’t overcook the sauce before baking; it thickens more in the oven.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
FAQ
No. Casseroles are always made with cooked chicken. If you use raw chicken, it will either be undercooked or everything else in the casserole will be overcooked by the time chicken is done.
Yes! Rotisserie chicken works perfectly and saves time. Just shred the meat and mix it in with the sauce. You can also swap in leftover turkey from my Turkey Melt Sandwich Recipe.
Refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands) bakes up fluffy and golden, making them ideal for this recipe.
Yes, you can prepare the filling up to 24 hours in advance. Store it covered in the refrigerator, then top with biscuits and bake when ready to serve. This makes it a great option for meal prep and family dinners.
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Pairing
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EASY CHICKEN AND DUMPLING CASSEROLE (With Biscuit Dough)
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large Skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 stalk celery diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons dried poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth low sodium
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ cups frozen peas and carrots
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits), quartered
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and celery and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir in poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, shredded chicken, and frozen peas and carrots.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
- Remove from heat. Transfer the mixer to a casserole dish. Arrange quartered biscuit pieces evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Lightly press them into the surface, they’ll puff up beautifully as they bake.
- Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Leanne says
OMG so good and fast! What more can I ask for? Thanks for this recipe, we will be making this again for sure!!!
Abi Guna says
I'm so happy to hear that! Chicken and dumplings are my family favorite too!
Therese says
Made thhis at the weekend and it was a hit! Thank you
Abi Guna says
Yay, so happy to hear that it turned out amazing, thank you!
Misty Tannery says
Can't wait to try this one SOON!
Abi Guna says
I'm sure you will love this recipe, let me know how you enjoyed this chicken casserole 🙂
Madhu says
Wow, this Chicken and Dumpling Casserole sounds incredible! I’m so excited to try it and dive into that creamy, comforting filling with the fluffy golden biscuits on top!
Abi Guna says
Yay! I'm so happy to hear that! Let me know how you liked this dumpling casserole 🙂
Eva says
This looks perfect. I am saving it to use with my leftover turkey- we are always looking for new recipes. Thanks!
Abi Guna says
Yay I m glad to share this recipe, always there will be leftover turkeys after Thanksgiving! Turkey and dumpling casserole is a wonderful option!
Abi Guna says
This casserole is pure comfort food! I love how the creamy chicken filling pairs with the fluffy biscuit topping, it’s the ultimate cozy dinner on chilly nights. My family asks for seconds every time I make it!