This easy recipe is the perfect creamy soup to enjoy any night of the week! But what pairs well with this main course? Read on for 31 delicious ideas about what to serve with chicken and dumplings!
What To Serve With Chicken and Dumplings – Best Side Dishes
I thrive on easy recipes and streamline every moment of time I have, which means cutting corners in the kitchen. While I appreciate made-from-scratch recipes, that is definitely not my theme (my only exception: dinner rolls).
There is an obvious corner to cut when it comes to making chicken and dumplings (refrigerated biscuits!) and it is a no-brainer for me to go this route. Which means this perfect comfort food gets on the table quickly and easily.
While the main dish is cooking, you might find yourself dreaming up possibilities for a tasty side dish. If you need a little boost to get your wheels turning, then peruse this list of ideas about what to serve with chicken and dumplings.
Make sure you’re serving a whole, delicious and complete meal to your loved ones!
- Cornbread or cornbread muffins are always a good option to serve with this classic comfort food.
- Dinner rolls or bread sticks.
- Garlic bread.
- Vegetables such as fresh green beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green peas, coleslaw or asparagus.
- Fresh green salad or chopped salad.
- Casseroles such as tater tot hotdish or green bean casserole.
- Baked or fried apples add a yummy sweet taste to this meal.
- Baked sweet potatoes or sweet potato casserole.
- Sauteed spinach or collard greens.
- Vegetable salad such as broccoli salad or rice and veggies.
- Fried cabbage or cabbage steaks.
- Roasted veggies such as carrots, onions and potatoes.
- See more options along with recipes below!
Table of Contents
- What To Serve With Chicken and Dumplings – Best Side Dishes
- Can You Freeze Chicken and Dumplings
- How to Thicken Chicken and Dumplings
- Can You Use Flaky Biscuits for Chicken and Dumplings
- Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
- Recipe Notes for Easy Chicken and Dumplings
- Bread
- Vegetables
- Appetizers
- Salad
- Potatoes
- Casseroles
- Fruit
Can You Freeze Chicken and Dumplings
You can definitely freeze chicken and dumplings. Store in airtight containers in the freezer for up to 6 months for best results. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. When you’re ready to eat it, cook over medium heat on the stove until heated through.
How to Thicken Chicken and Dumplings
The best way to thicken a chicken and dumpling mixture is to add a corn starch slurry to the mix. Combine up to 1 cup of cold water with 2 tbsp corn starch. Whisk or shake until smooth. Add the slurry to the soup and stir until thick.
Can You Use Flaky Biscuits for Chicken and Dumplings
Flaky biscuits can definitely be used to make chicken and dumplings. Any variety of refrigerated biscuit dough will work great.
Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Make homemade chicken and dumplings the easy way! This is my favorite recipe and the one I go back to, every time I want to enjoy this irresistible creamy chicken dish.
Recipe Notes for Easy Chicken and Dumplings
- Chicken broth and chicken stock can be used interchangeably.
- Either bake and shred chicken breasts for this recipe or pull chicken meat from a Rotisserie whole chicken for a super easy way to add tender chicken straight to this dish.
- Perfect topping options: black pepper, fresh herbs such as parsley or Parmesan cheese.
- Add a bay leaf while cooking for a punch of added flavor.
- Replace or supplement the cream of chicken soup with a bit of cream cheese or sour cream for an even creamier dish.
Bread
Dinner Rolls
These rolls are fluffy, slightly sweet and delicious and they are an excellent choice for any meal, whether it is a large turkey dinner or a simple weeknight meal.
Cornbread
This cornbread recipe without buttermilk is the perfect side for any meal. Omit the jalapeño and cheese for a perfect go-to cornbread recipe.
Garlic Bread
This roasted garlic bread recipe is super easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients and 10 minutes of your time!
Vegetables
Crock Pot Veggies
Making vegetables in the crock pot is a great way to use up extra veggies! Enjoy them now or freeze for another time. Feel free to swap out veggies from the recipe with whatever you have on hand.
Cabbage Steaks
Take grilled cabbage to the next level by making cabbage steaks! Top them with shaved Parmesan cheese, bbq sauce or just a simple pat of butter. Serve alongside any summer meal for the absolute perfect healthy side dish!
Sauteed Cabbage
This is the best sauteed cabbage recipe! It is the perfect quick and healthy side dish for any meal. Using only a few ingredients and taking 10 minutes of your time, you can’t go wrong with this flavorful, affordable gluten free recipe!
Instant Pot Creamed Corn
Creamed Corn is super easy to make and it is a classic side dish for any meal (including Thanksgiving!). Great when reheated later, too!
Brie Stuffed Mushrooms
Sauteed mushrooms stuffed with Brie cheese and topped with a green onion and garlic mixture turn into cute and perfect little bites. Great for party tables of any variety! They’ll go fast, so consider making a double batch!
Sauteed Asparagus
Asparagus is a super simple veggie to prepare. Make this delicious side dish to go along with any meal. You’ll enjoy every bite of this sauteed asparagus!
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts (made from frozen) will allow you to get a delicious, healthy side dish on the table quickly and easily. No prep, totally hands off, this is the easiest way to cook this green veggie.
Roasted Broccoli
Learn how to roast broccoli in the oven so it can accompany your next meal. It is a super simple side dish and requires only 5 minutes of prep!
Appetizers
Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in the Air Fryer
Learn how to make this frozen mozzarella sticks in air fryer recipe in just a few minutes! Straight from the freezer to your air fryer, this is the easiest way to get this cheesy easy snack into your tummy.
Deviled Eggs
This recipe details the best deviled eggs ever. An American classic and ideal side dish for any meal.
Baked Mac and Cheese Bites
Looking for a new way to enjoy comforting mac and cheese? Make this baked mac and cheese bites recipe for a fun and perfect finger food to serve to kids and adults.
Creamy Vegetable Dip
This Creamy Vegetable Dip is a great appetizer to share at any gathering, big or small. Pack as many veggies as you can inside and serve with crackers or more vegetables!
Salad
Caprese Pasta Salad
This Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is a huge hit at parties! Serve this delicious dish as a side, salad or appetizer. The combination of Mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and basil is absolute perfection!
Chopped Salad
This is the best fresh salad recipe you’ll find, packed with cherry tomatoes, red onion and avocados. It makes a large batch to enjoy for lunch throughout the week or serve at your next gathering.
Broccoli Salad
This simple salad is packed with crunchy, delicious ingredients and is not loaded heavily with mayo.
Coleslaw
Throwing together a delicious coleslaw recipe should be easy and simple. This coleslaw with apple cider vinegar recipes contains shredded cabbage, creamy vinaigrette dressing and the best thing about it is that it is NOT loaded down with mayo!
Instant Pot Potato Salad with Eggs
Cook potatoes and eggs together in a single pot to make Instant Pot Potato Salad with Eggs. Done in less than 30 minutes and requires minimal clean-up. This is the perfect party food or summer side dish!
Potatoes
Baked Potatoes
Introducing the most Perfect Baked Potato Recipe that can easily be baked in your oven with no fuss! There’s a yummy, simple, secret ingredient that makes these baked potatoes even more perfect.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Sweet Potatoes are an easy and delicious side for this comforting meal! More delicious than regular French fries and are a great healthy lunch, snack or side.
Instant Pot Red Potatoes
Delicious Instant Pot red potatoes are covered in a garlic lemon sauce. They cook quickly in your Instant Pot, freeing up space on your stove top. Great side dish recipe for your next holiday meal or intimate weeknight dinner!
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This baked stuffed sweet potatoes recipe takes dinner to the next level! Load up a perfectly baked potato with your favorite ingredients for a hearty side or a complete meal. This is a super easy recipe that is also extremely versatile.
Casseroles
Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
Throw just a few ingredients in your slow cooker to create crockpot green bean casserole recipe. Great Thanksgiving or any-time as a side dish!
Sweet Potato Casserole
This Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping recipe will be a great addition to your Thanksgiving table! It is also the perfect side dish to any meal, any time of the year.
Tater Tot Casserole
Minnesota Tater Tot Hotdish is a classic Midwestern staple. Whether as a main or side, everyone at the table will be satisfied. Great for Thanksgiving or any time!
Potato Casserole
This easy, cheesy potato casserole is loaded with all the savory goodies! Make this potato casserole with sour cream as a side dish any night of the week. Top with baked potato toppings of your choice!
Fruit
Crock Pot Applesauce
Crockpot Applesauce recipe is the perfect sweet companion to your next savory meal, providing the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Let your slow cooker do the work for you!
Cinnamon Baked Apples
If you are wondering what to do with leftover apples, these baked cinnamon apple slices are the perfect sweet, gluten free any-time dessert or delicious snack. Enjoy apple pie minus the crust! Great way to use up apples with just a few simple ingredients.
Fruit Salad
Put a delicious spin on your next summer gathering by learning how to make Fruit Salad step by step with a super-secret and unexpected ingredient. Simply mix together your favorite fresh summer fruits to enjoy a naturally sweet salad.
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