Ingredients
Directions 14 steps | 60 Minutes
Measure and prep all ingredients.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662495943/recipes/8_6317acc60928f.jpg)
Prepare the dumplings. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and water.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe:
Prepare the dumplings.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496641/recipes/1_6317af8050a5c.jpg)
Knead the dough until the dough becomes firm yet a little elastic, similar to the consistency of playdough. Add more water or flour as needed, a little at a time. Set aside. (See notes 1.)
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Knead the dough until the dough becomes firm yet a little elastic, similar to the consistency of playdough.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496652/recipes/2_6317af8b63030.jpg)
Prepare the creamy chicken soup. Season the chicken with the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, dried oregano, salt and pepper.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Prepare the creamy chicken soup.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496693/recipes/5_6317afb52643e.jpg)
Heat a pot over medium heat. Coat the bottom of the pot with olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken. Cook the chicken on one side for about 3-5 minutes.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Heat a pot over medium heat.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496724/recipes/6_6317afd390296.jpg)
Flip the chicken over and then add the garlic and onions. Cook until softened.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Flip the chicken over and then add the garlic and onions.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496734/recipes/7_6317afddf1ad9.jpg)
Once most of the chicken is cooked, add the flour to the pot and stir until well incorporated.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Once most of the chicken is cooked, add the flour to the pot and stir until well incorporated.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496752/recipes/8_6317afefde8f7.jpg)
Add the chicken stock (or broth), thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Stir and let the soup come to a boil.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Add the chicken stock (or broth), thyme sprigs and bay leaves.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496765/recipes/9_6317affd3d99c.jpg)
Once the soup comes to a boil, stir in the potatoes and carrots and simmer for 10 minutes.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Once the soup comes to a boil, stir in the potatoes and carrots and simmer for 10 minutes.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496779/recipes/10_6317b00ae218c.jpg)
Stir the green beans and corn kernels into the soup.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Stir the green beans and corn kernels into the soup.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496792/recipes/11_6317b0174cfdb.jpg)
Form the dumplings into oblong football-shaped balls, about 1-1½ inches long.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Form the dumplings into oblong football-shaped balls, about 1-1½ inches long.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496816/recipes/3_6317b02fe4076.jpg)
Once the dumplings are formed, add them to the soup. Add the heavy cream and let simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Once the dumplings are formed, add them to the soup.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496834/recipes/11_6317b041e056d.jpg)
After 10 minutes, check to see if the dumplings are floating. If the dumplings are floating, check to see if they are done.
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: After 10 minutes, check to see if the dumplings are floating.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496844/recipes/12_6317b04b88205.jpg)
Once the dumplings are done, let the creamy chicken and dumplings rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
![Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe: Once the dumplings are done, let the creamy chicken and dumplings rest for 5 minutes before serving.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1662496880/recipes/3_6317b06fe48dc.jpg)
Notes:
- You can add fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro or use dry herbs (just a dash or two) of your choice for a unique flavor.
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