Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings
A hearty, comforting dish featuring tender, shredded chicken and fluffy dumplings in a savory broth, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Dumplings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup milk
For the Soup
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- 4 cups chicken broth Use quality broth for better flavor.
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring the chicken is cooked and shredded.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and celery to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix.
- Gradually add milk to the dry ingredients, mixing until a thick dough forms.
Cooking
- Once the broth is boiling, reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the broth and allow to cook for about 15 minutes without stirring.
- After the dumplings have cooked, stir in the shredded chicken and let everything simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
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Notes
To store, allow to cool completely and transfer to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.