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Chicken Dumplings

Easy Chicken Dumplings for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Easy Chicken Dumplings recipe brings comfort and warmth, with tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a savory broth.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken & Broth
  • 1 whole Bone-in Chicken Provides rich flavor and moisture; enhances the broth.
  • 2 cups Vegetables (e.g., carrots, celery) Customize with your favorites for added flavor.
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Forms the base of the stew.
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups Flour Used in dumpling batter for structure.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Helps dumplings rise.
  • 1 cup Milk (or dairy-free substitute) Can be substituted with plant-based milk.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (or oil) Enhances flavor in the dumplings.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (e.g., parsley) For garnish and added flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, place your bone-in chicken and cover it with water. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Remove the chicken once cooked, letting it cool slightly before shredding the meat, discarding the bones and skin.
  3. In the same pot, add a generous amount of water along with your selected vegetables. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender and fragrant.
  4. If desired, stir in a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the broth.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, melted butter, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into your simmering broth. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Once cooked, ladle the Chicken & Dumplings into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for different dietary needs and is perfect for meal prep. Store leftovers for a quick, comforting meal later!

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