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Chicken and Dumplings

A classic comfort food dish, this Chicken and Dumplings recipe combines tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a savory broth. Perfect for a cozy family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken cut into pieces
  • 8 cups chicken broth preferably low-sodium
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for dumplings
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt for dumplings
  • 1/2 cup milk for dumplings
  • 2 tablespoons butter for dumplings
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 cup frozen peas optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spoon or ladle for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer. Add the chicken pieces, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer for about 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
  2. Remove the chicken pieces from the broth and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and season the broth with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumplings. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk to form a soft dough.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are puffed and cooked through. Do not lift the lid during this time to ensure the dumplings steam properly.
  5. If using, add the frozen peas to the pot in the last 5 minutes of cooking. Stir gently to combine. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For a richer broth, you can add a splash of heavy cream at the end of cooking
• Avoid overmixing the dumpling dough to keep them tender
• Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth
Food Safety:
• Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F
• Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking