Description
Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners. This easy recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory broth, complemented by light and fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this hearty dish in under an hour. Ideal for chilly evenings or special gatherings, Chicken and Dumplings will fill your home with delightful aromas and bring everyone to the table for a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- Fresh herbs (thyme and parsley)
- Chopped carrots
- Chopped celery
- Chopped onions
Instructions
- Chop vegetables and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté onions in oil until translucent, then add chicken; season with salt and pepper until browned.
- Stir in vegetable broth, carrots, and celery; simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Combine flour and baking powder; stir in milk until just mixed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering soup; cover and steam for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Check dumpling doneness before ladling soup into bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg