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Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings

Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings

Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings is the perfect comfort food, combining tender chicken, rich broth, and fluffy dumplings in a satisfying meal. This hearty dish takes about 1 hour to prepare and cook, using simple ingredients like chicken, flour, butter, milk, and seasonings to create a warm and delicious homemade meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced celery

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add the milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Bring the broth to a gentle boil. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the pot, making sure they do not overcrowd. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid to allow the dumplings to steam properly.
  4. Gently stir the chicken and dumplings, allowing them to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm with fresh parsley for garnish.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Prepare the dumpling dough in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm on the stove over low heat or microwave in short intervals, stirring in between.
  • Freezing: Freeze the broth and chicken separately; add fresh dumplings when reheating for the best texture.