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best chicken and dumplings

best chicken and dumplings: 5 Reasons You’ll Adore This Comfort Food


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This dish features tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a rich broth.


Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken (34 lbs)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken, broth, water, onion, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken, let it cool, then shred the meat.
  4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  5. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Stir in milk and melted butter to form a dough.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth.
  8. Cover and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  9. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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