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This easy chicken and dumplings casserole brings all the comforting flavors of classic chicken and dumplings in one dish.

Chicken and Dumplings Casserole

Chicken and dumplings casserole takes everything you love about the classic chicken and dumplings and bakes it into a casserole.

It’s full of chicken, a creamy sauce and dumplings.

It’s easy to make and perfect for busy nights when you want something filling and delicious.

This casserole is a great way to enjoy all the flavors of chicken and dumplings.

Ingredients

Cooked, shredded chicken: You can use rotisserie chicken to save time, or cook your own chicken breasts or thighs. Make sure to shred it well.

Unsalted butter: We always use unsalted butter to control the salt content better.

Self-rising flour: This is key for creating the fluffy dumpling-like topping. Make sure to use self-rising flour, not all-purpose flour.

Whole milk: Full-fat milk adds creaminess.

Herbs & Spices: Use dried thyme, dried rosemary, ground sage, and black pepper.

Chicken broth: You can use homemade chicken broth or store-bought.

Cream of chicken soup: This ingredient is essential for making the casserole creamy.

How to Make

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Spread the shredded chicken evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.

Drizzle the melted butter over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.

Melted butter added onto the chicken pieces.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, whole milk, dried thyme, rosemary, sage, and black pepper until fully combined.

Pour this mixture over the chicken, but do not stir it into the chicken layer.

Mixing the flour and herbs with a hand whisk in a bowl.

Flour and milk mixture added onto the chicken.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup.

Carefully pour this mixture over the flour and milk mixture, again without stirring.

Creamy mixture added into the baking dish.

Place the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.

Closeup image of Chicken and Dumplings Casserole and a ladle lifting a portion of it.

Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Tips & Tricks

Here’s some tips and tricks for making this chicken and dumplings casserole:

Use rotisserie chicken: Save time by using store-bought rotisserie chicken. It’s already cooked and shredded, making this a quick meal.

Use a different soup: Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom or cream of celery if you prefer.

Try a different protein: Swap the chicken for shredded turkey or even cooked sausage if you want.

Leftovers/Storage

Closeup image of Chicken and Dumplings Casserole in a white plate and spoon.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

To reheat, bake in the oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

What to Serve with Chicken and Dumplings Casserole

Here are some of our favorites to serve with Chicken & Dumplings Casserole:

Garlic Bread: Warm, buttery garlic bread is perfect for soaking up the creamy sauce.

Green Salad: A light, crisp salad pairs well.

Steamed Vegetables: Simple steamed broccoli or green beans are another great pairing.

Roasted Carrots: Sweet, roasted carrots make a delicious side with this casserole.