Easy Chicken and Dumplings from Scratch: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight
Discover a comforting recipe for Easy Chicken and Dumplings made from scratch, perfect for cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chicken, carrots, celery, and onion; cook until the chicken is done, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and parsley. Stir in milk and melted butter to form a dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or sage.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg