Southern Style Chicken and Dumplings
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken simmered in flavorful broth with fluffy dumplings that soak up all the goodness, perfect for family gatherings or chilly evenings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience.
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion diced onion
- 2 carrots sliced carrots
- 2 stalks sliced celery
- 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Dumplings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup milk Full-fat milk recommended for best texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Sauté diced onions, sliced carrots, and sliced celery in a large pot over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes until they are tender.
- Add the shredded chicken and chicken broth to the pot, stir everything together well, and bring to a gentle boil.
- In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumpling dough.
- Create a well in the center and pour in melted butter followed by milk, stirring until a thick, cohesive dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the boiling broth, ensuring space between each.
- Cover the pot, lower the heat to simmer, and allow dumplings to cook for 15 to 20 minutes, keeping the lid on.
- Season the dish with black pepper during cooking according to your preference.
Serving
- Ladle the chicken and dumplings into wide bowls for serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve alongside crusty bread or cornbread.
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Notes
If you have leftovers, refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To maintain dumpling texture, consider storing them separately from the broth.