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Plant-Based Chicken and Dumplings

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This hearty and creamy vegan version of chicken and dumplings is comfort food at its finest. Featuring tender plant-based chicken strips and fluffy herbed dumplings simmered in a rich, savory broth, it’s the perfect bowl of warmth for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • For the Stew:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
  • 1 cup shredded or chopped vegan chicken (store-bought or homemade)
  • For the Dumplings:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and flour. Cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in vegetable broth and plant milk.
  3. Add vegan chicken and bring to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and parsley. Cut in vegan butter, then add plant milk and stir until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the stew. Cover the pot tightly and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes—do not lift the lid.
  6. Remove lid and check that dumplings are cooked through. Stir gently and serve hot.

Notes

  • Do not lift the lid while dumplings are cooking to ensure proper steaming.
  • Use your favorite store-bought vegan chicken or shredded jackfruit as a substitute.
  • Add frozen peas or corn in the last 5 minutes for extra veggies.
  • Leftovers thicken—add more broth when reheating if desired.

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