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Classic Chicken and Dumplings

A close-up of a bowl of comforting chicken and dumplings, featuring shredded chicken, fluffy dumplings, carrots, and celery in broth.
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A comforting and hearty Southern-style chicken and dumplings recipe, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 pounds), cut into pieces
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Place chicken pieces in a large pot. Add water, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until chicken is cooked through.
  2. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Discard solids.
  3. While chicken cools, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup milk until smooth.
  5. Add the milk mixture to the pot with the broth. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once chicken is cool enough to handle, shred the meat and discard bones and skin. Add shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons melted butter until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering chicken mixture.
  10. Cover the pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through and fluffy. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  11. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a richer broth, you can use homemade chicken stock instead of water.
  • Ensure your dumplings are cooked through by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  • You can add other vegetables like peas or corn for extra flavor and color.

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