Homemade chicken and dumplings Recipe

 Introduction

There’s a reason chicken and dumplings have been a staple on Southern tables for generations—it’s homemade comfort at its finest. This recipe skips the canned soups and delivers from-scratch flavor: tender chicken, pillowy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth that’ll warm you from the inside out. Whether you’re craving nostalgia or feeding a crowd, this dish is a hug in a pot. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients for Chicken and Dumplings (Serves 6–8)

• For the Stew:
  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs (or rotisserie chicken)
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Dumplings:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup butter, melted

How to Make Chicken and Dumplings

Step 1: Cook the Chicken
In a Dutch oven, sauté onion, celery, and carrots in butter until soft. Add garlic and thyme. Stir in flour to create a roux.

Step 2: Simmer the Stew
Pour in broth, add chicken, bay leaf, and simmer 25–30 mins until chicken shreds easily. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot. Stir in cream.

Step 3: Make Dumplings
Mix dumpling ingredients to form a dough. Drop spoonfuls into simmering stew. Cover and cook 15 mins (don’t peek!).

Pro Tip: For extra-fluffy dumplings, let the dough rest 5 mins before dropping.

Serving Suggestions

• Classic Pairing: Buttermilk biscuits or cornbread.
• Veggie Boost: Add peas or green beans in the last 5 mins.
• Weeknight Hack: Use store-bought dumplings or refrigerated biscuit dough.
• Leftover Magic: Reheat with a splash of broth to refresh creaminess.

Conclusion

This chicken and dumplings recipe isn’t just dinner—it’s a taste of tradition. With its creamy broth and cloud-like dumplings, it’s guaranteed to soothe souls and empty bowls. Perfect for rainy days, holiday gatherings, or whenever you need a reminder that good food = love.

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