Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings- A Quick and Easy One-Pot Comfort Food Recipe
How to Make Chicken and Dumplings in the Instant Pot
Chicken and dumplings are a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for cold weather. Thanks to the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can now enjoy this classic comfort food in just a fraction of the time it would take on the stove. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making chicken and dumplings in the Instant Pot, ensuring that you have a delicious meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Before you start, gather the following ingredients:
– 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 carrots, chopped
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
– 4 cups of chicken broth
– 2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup of cold water
– 2 tablespoons of butter
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your Instant Pot to the “Sauté” setting. Add the olive oil and heat it up. Place the whole chicken in the pot and brown it on all sides. This step is important to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
2. Once the chicken is browned, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté the vegetables until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine the flavors.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Return the chicken to the pot, breast side up.
5. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the pressure valve to “Seal.” Press the “Manual” button and set the cooking time to 25 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, turn off the Instant Pot and let it naturally release the pressure for about 10 minutes. After that, carefully release the remaining pressure by turning the valve to “Vent.”
7. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool. Once it’s cool enough to handle, remove the meat from the bones and shred it. Set the shredded chicken aside.
8. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cold water, and butter. Mix until the dough comes together. It should be thick and not too sticky.
9. Place the shredded chicken back into the Instant Pot. Using a spoon, drop the dumpling dough onto the chicken, making sure they are evenly spaced.
10. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the pressure valve to “Seal.” Press the “Manual” button and set the cooking time to 10 minutes.
11. Once the cooking time is complete, turn off the Instant Pot and let it naturally release the pressure for about 5 minutes. After that, carefully release the remaining pressure by turning the valve to “Vent.”
12. Carefully open the lid of the Instant Pot and serve the chicken and dumplings while they are still hot. Enjoy your homemade comfort food!
Now that you know how to make chicken and dumplings in the Instant Pot, you can enjoy this delicious dish whenever you want, without the hassle of spending hours on the stove. Happy cooking!
