Chicken and Dumplings is one of the ultimate comfort food classics, and this version adds a subtle kick from Hatch green chiles. Creamy, hearty, and loaded with tender chicken and soft dumplings, it’s the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out. The Hatch chile doesn’t overpower the dish—it simply adds depth and a little something extra to a familiar favorite. If you love traditional comfort food with a small twist, this recipe delivers.
If you love comforting soups like this, be sure to try Swamp Soup and finish the meal with Fried Cheesecake Bites.
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What is Chicken and Dumplings
Chicken and dumplings is a classic Southern dish made with tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy broth and finished with soft, pillowy dumplings. It’s traditionally cooked low and slow, allowing the flavors to meld into a hearty, comforting meal. This version keeps everything you love about the original while adding Hatch green chile for a subtle warmth and depth of flavor. The result is familiar, comforting, and just a little bit different.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
This Chicken and Dumplings recipe is creamy, comforting, and incredibly satisfying without being heavy. The dumplings are soft and tender, the chicken stays juicy, and the Hatch green chile adds a gentle warmth that makes every bite more interesting. It’s easy to make, reheats beautifully, and tastes even better the next day. Whether you’re feeding the family or just craving a cozy meal, this dish always hits the spot.
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Ingredients
Meat: I like to use bone-in chicken leg quarters for this recipe. (See Expert Tips)
Vegetables: Frozen Seasoning Blend, Frozen Sliced Carrots, Fire Roasted Hatch Green Chiles. (See Expert Tips)
Liquids: Salted Butter, Chicken Stock, Heavy Cream, and Whole Milk.
Herbs and Spices: Minced Garlic, Dried Rosemary, Dried Parsley, White Sugar, Kosher Salt, and Ground Black Pepper.
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Using a 6.75-quart Dutch oven, start by melting butter over medium-high heat.
I used frozen bags of carrots and seasoning blend veggies for this recipe. Just dump two ten-ounce bags of the seasoning blend and one twelve-ounce bag of carrots into the melted butter and sauté until tender.
Add garlic and rosemary, stirring to combine, and sauté for about 2-3 more minutes or until the garlic becomes aromatic.
Step 2: Add some flour, ensuring all the vegetables are covered.
Step 3: Add the chicken broth and heavy cream.
Step 4: Add the chicken quarters and bring the soup to a low boil, then cover and allow it to cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
I couldn't fit all the chicken in the Dutch oven during this step. So I boiled a couple of the chicken quarters in a separate pot of water.
Step 5: Once all of your chicken has reached the proper temperature, set it aside.
Add the Hatch Green Chilies to the Dutch oven, stir to combine, cover and simmer.
Debone the chicken thighs, add the chicken back to the soup, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
This will get all those flavors nice and melded together.
Step 6: Combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
Then, in a separate bowl, microwave some butter for about 30 seconds. Stir the butter until it's completely melted.
Don't overheat the butter; otherwise, it'll break, and you certainly don't want that.
Stir the milk into the butter until fully mixed, and then pour that into the flour, stirring to make a dough mixture.
Using a large kitchen tablespoon, soup spoon, or whatever you have, drop spoonfuls into your simmering soup.
Allow the dumplings to boil for about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of the dumpling you're making. (See Expert Tips)
Expert Tips
Use cooked chicken to save time. Rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted chicken works perfectly and cuts down on prep.
Don’t overwork the dumpling dough. Mix just until combined. Overmixing can make dumplings dense instead of tender.
Let the dumplings steam, not boil aggressively. A gentle simmer helps them cook through evenly and stay fluffy.
Add Hatch green chile gradually. You can always add more, but starting small lets you control the heat level.
This dish thickens as it rests. If reheating leftovers, add a splash of broth or milk to loosen it up.
Recipe FAQs
The addition of Hatch green chile adds a mild heat and depth without overpowering the classic flavors.
Yes. It can be made a day ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Yes, though the dumplings may soften slightly after freezing. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months.
Soft drop-style dumplings work best for a creamy soup-style base.
No, it doesn't have to be. Typically, Hatch green chile adds warmth, not heat. You can choose fresh-roasted Hatch green chiles based on their heat level, and you can also adjust the amount to taste.
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📖 Recipe
Chicken and Dumplings with Hatch Green Chiles
Ingredients
The Soup
- 6 Chicken Leg quarters
- 2 tablespoon Salted Butter
- 2 - 10 OZ Bags frozen Seasoning Blend
- 12 OZ Bag Frozen Sliced Carrots
- 2 tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Dried Rosemary
- 2 tablespoon All Purpose Flour
- 8 Cups Chicken Stock
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 lb Hatch Green Chile's
- Salt and Pepper to taste
The Dumplings
- 1 Cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon White Sugar
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Salted Butter
- ½ Cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley
Instructions
The Soup and Chicken
- In a 6.75 Quart or larger Dutch Oven, melt butter over medium high heat.
- Add the bags of frozen vegetables to the pot and stir to cover in the butter, cooking until softened.
- Add garlic and rosemary and saute for about another 2-3 minutes.
- Add flour and stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream then add the chicken quarters. Bring to a low boil, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes or until the legs have reached 165°f internal temperature. (See Note)
- Once the chicken has reached its proper internal temp, remove the chicken from the pot and set aside allowing them to slightly cool.
- Add Hatch Green Chile's to the Dutch Oven stirring to combine.
- Debone the Chicken using forks or hands and place the chicken meat back into the pot.
- Bring to a low simmer for about 40-45 minutes.
The Dumplings
- During the last 15 minutes of the soup simmering, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Microwave butter for 30 seconds and then stir to melt completely.
- Add Milk and butter to flour mixture stirring to create a soft dough.
- Using a large kitchen table spoon, drop spoonfuls dumpling dough into the pot.
- Cover the pot, simmer for 15 more minutes.
- SERVE and ENJOY!
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Notes
- The dark meat in chicken leg quarters is perfectly tender, and having it bone-in adds flavor during the simmering process.
- If you prefer to use fresh vegetables, that's perfectly fine. If you choose to do so, I recommend sautéing them in the Dutch with butter or olive oil before adding the remaining ingredients. This will bring out some of the flavors and soften them.
- When cooking the dumplings, they will be boiled and steamed. Be sure to cover the Dutch oven after getting them dropped in. This will create the steam you need.
Kathy Winterburn says
What is the frozen bag of seasoning? I don't see where/when you add it in the directions.
Jeremy Klae says
Thank you so much for reaching out. The frozen Seasoning Blend goes in at the very beginning when sautéing in the butter. It is a mix of onions, celery, and green and red bell pepper.
Ronald Keller says
I like the photo of the recipe and list of its ingredients! Could this be done in a crock pot or slow cooker
Jeremy Klae says
Thank you so much for the kind words. It certainly could be made in crock pot. I would just recommend not dropping the dumplings in until just about 30 minutes before ready to serve.