Rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying chicken and dumplings are made even easier in the Instant Pot.

The secret to a tender dumpling is using cake flour.

The answer is a resounding yes!

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To address that issue, I didnt add flour directly to the broth in this recipe.

The dumplings release starch as they cook, which creates a thickened, creamy broth in the end.

The next-day leftovers will thicken up even more.

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The Best Flour for Dumplings

Ive tried making these dumplings with both all-purpose andcake flour.

I dont mind a little extra chew, though, especially because theyre so convenient to make this way!

Make It a Meal!

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I like to transfer mine intofreezer and microwave-safe containers.

They will keep in the freezer for up to three months.

A piping hot meal is ready after only a few minutes in the microwave.

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All-purpose flour can be substituted for cake flour,but your dumplings will be heavier and chewier.

Gently mix with a wooden spoon, until the mixture just comes together.

It should form a lumpy, thick batter.

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Do not over-mix, or your dumplings will turn out too dense.

Heat the oil in the pressure cooker on its saute setting for 1 minute.

(The batter will have thickened while it sat, becoming more of a scoop-able dough.)

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Secure the lid in its sealed position.

Cancel the saute program, then go for the pressure cookers manual program for 8 minutes at high pressure.

(The pot will take about 10 minutes to come up to pressure before the cooking program begins.)

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Taste for seasoning, adding more salt and/or pepper if needed.

Ladle into bowls and serve right away.

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Dumplings for easy homemade chicken and dumplings in an instant pot.

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