Chicken and Dumplings
Enjoy a comforting bowl of homemade Chicken and Dumplings, a classic dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich broth with fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in shredded chicken.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and melted butter and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/chicken-and-dumplings/