Traditional Chicken and Dumplings

Relish the warmth of a traditional chicken and dumplings dish, a beloved comfort food made with tender chicken and fluffy dumplings simmered to perfection.

Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients

3 lbs whole chicken

2 quarts water

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cold butter

1/2 cup milk

2 tsp baking powder

1 large onion, diced

3 carrots, sliced

3 celery stalks, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 bay leaf

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp thyme

1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

1. Place the whole chicken in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt, pepper, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the chicken is tender, about 1 hour.

2. Remove the chicken from the pot, allowing it to cool slightly. Strain the broth and return it to the pot.

3. Shred the chicken meat, discarding the skin and bones. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

5. Stir in milk gradually, forming a soft dough. On a floured surface, roll out the dough and cut into strips or squares for dumplings.

6. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

7. Drop dumplings into the simmering broth one at a time, stirring gently. Cook until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

8. Stir in frozen peas and fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave until heated 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.