Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings: A Cozy Family Favorite
A comforting and hearty dish, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Traditional
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
Instructions
- Start by boiling the chicken in chicken broth until cooked. Remove and shred.
- Add diced carrots, celery, and onion to the broth; simmer until tender.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut in butter, then add milk to form a dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth and cover to cook for about 15 minutes.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir gently before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings