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A steaming bowl of savory chicken and dumplings with herbs.

Chicken and Dumplings

This recipe provides a simple and comforting guide to making classic chicken and dumplings in just 5 steps. Enjoy a hearty meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Dumplings
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook chicken breasts in chicken broth until tender, then remove, shred, and set aside, reserving the broth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper, then stir in melted butter and milk until a soft dough forms.
Cooking
  1. Bring the reserved chicken broth to a simmer and add the diced carrots, celery, and onion; cook until slightly tender.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
  3. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stir gently, and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried thyme or poultry seasoning to the dumpling dough. You can also add frozen peas or corn with the shredded chicken for more vegetables.