Embrace the warmth of homestyle cooking with our Chicken and Dumplings recipe. This dish is a comforting blend of tender chicken, flavorful broth, and soft, pillowy dumplings. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that brings back fond memories of family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- This recipe serves 6 people.
- Each serving is a bowl full of chicken, broth, and dumplings.
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Broth
- Whole chicken, cut into pieces: 1 (about 1.5 kg or 3.3 lbs)
- Carrots, chopped: 2
- Celery stalks, chopped: 2
- Onion, chopped: 1
- Garlic cloves, minced: 2
- Chicken broth: 1.5 liters (6 cups)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped: for garnish
For the Dumplings
- All-purpose flour: 200 g (1.5 cups)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Butter, cold and cubed: 60 g (1/4 cup)
- Milk: 120 ml (1/2 cup)
Method of Preparation
Cook the Chicken
- In a large pot, combine chicken pieces, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
Make the Dumplings
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk to form a dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
Finish the Dish
- Season the chicken and dumplings with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips for Culinary Success
- For a richer broth, use a combination of water and chicken broth.
- Avoid stirring the dumplings too much to keep them light and fluffy.
- For herbed dumplings, add dried herbs like thyme or sage to the dough.
FAQs
Can I use boneless chicken instead?
Yes, but using a whole chicken adds more flavor to the broth.
How can I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I make the dumplings ahead of time?
It's best to make the dumplings fresh, as they might become dense if made ahead.