Description
Chicken and dumplings is a country favorite, featuring tender chicken in a creamy stew topped with pillowy dough strips. It’s a rustic dish that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless and skinless chicken breasts (each piece bifurcated)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsps milk
- 2 celery ribs (each halved)
- 1/2 medium onion (left in a sizable chunk)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 1/4 tsps salt
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (adjusted according to preference)
Instructions
- Gather a large stockpot and combine chicken broth, celery, onion, and chicken breasts, creating a flavorful foundation for the dish.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook for 15 minutes until chicken is completely tender and cooked through.
- While chicken simmers, prepare dumpling dough by blending flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Gradually introduce milk, mixing until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
- Place the dough on a floured surface and roll out to a uniform 1/4-inch thickness using a rolling pin.
- Slice the rolled dough into uniform rectangular pieces approximately 1-2 inches in size using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Remove cooked chicken from broth and set aside. Discard the onion and celery remnants, leaving a clear, seasoned broth.
- Gently drop dumpling segments into the simmering liquid, allowing them to cook for 20-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and enable the broth to thicken.
- Shred or dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot, integrating with the dumplings.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile. Serve piping hot for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Check chicken tenderness by using a meat thermometer, ensuring it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Homemade chicken stock enhances the overall flavor profile, creating a richer, more authentic taste compared to store-bought broth.
- Experiment with whole wheat flour for a more nutritious dumpling option, adding extra fiber and nutty undertones to the dish.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium chicken broth and controlling salt seasoning during the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 284 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 605 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg