Description
Country-style chicken and dumplings highlight comfort food from Southern kitchens with hearty, creamy chicken stew nestled under pillowy dough strips. Homemade goodness brings warmth to dinner tables when you want classic, satisfying meals.
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.
- Transfer dough onto a flour-dusted 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: Lunch, 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