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Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

This Chicken and Dumplings Recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Enjoy tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a rich, savory broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup:
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 6 cups Chicken Stock or Broth
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Dumplings:
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Milk
  • to taste Salt
Optional Ingredients:
  • to taste Fresh Parsley
  • to taste Thyme
  • to taste Frozen Peas
  • to taste Garlic

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Begin by dicing one medium onion, two carrots, and two celery stalks. These will be your aromatic base for the soup.
  2. In a large pot, melt a few tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  3. Next, add 6 cups of chicken stock or broth to the pot along with your boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or shredded rotisserie chicken). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. If using raw chicken breasts, allow them to cook in the broth for about 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir in 1 cup of milk until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering soup. Be sure to leave enough space between each dumpling.
  7. Cover the pot and let the dumplings steam in the broth for about 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the steam is what makes the dumplings fluffy.
  8. Once the dumplings are cooked through, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add optional ingredients like fresh parsley, thyme, or frozen peas for extra flavor. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a quicker meal, use leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables like green beans or corn.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze the soup (without dumplings) for up to 3 months.
  • Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.