Herb-Infused Chicken and Dumplings
Discover a comforting twist on classic chicken and dumplings with our herb-infused recipe, featuring tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a medley of aromatic herbs—perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Prep time: 25 minutesCook time: 1 hour 30 minutesServes: 6
Ingredients
1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
8 cups chicken broth
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the whole chicken, reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
2. Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool. Once cool, shred the meat and set aside.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk and melted butter, stirring until a dough forms. Set aside.
4. Add carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot and simmer in the broth for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the broth, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot, stir in fresh parsley, and cook for 5 more minutes.
8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating
Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
