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Homestyle Chicken and Dumplings

A comforting recipe for homestyle chicken and dumplings, featuring rich broth and fluffy dumplings that will warm you from the inside out.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs Juicy and won't dry out during cooking.
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 2 medium carrots Sliced.
  • 2 stalks celery Chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 6 cups chicken broth Can substitute with water and bouillon cubes.

For the Dumplings

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup milk or sour cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat and brown both sides of the chicken.
  • Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic, stirring for about a minute.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and allow it to simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • While the chicken simmers, mix the dumpling ingredients in a bowl, being careful not to overmix.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter on top of the bubbling broth.
  • Cover the pot and let it cook for an additional 15 minutes without peeking.
  • Once done, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot, stirring once to combine.

Notes

This dish tastes even better the next day. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze the soup without the dumplings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword Chicken and Dumplings, Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Homestyle, Quick Dinner
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