Here’s a classic Chicken and Dumplings recipe, written with clear headings and easy-to-follow steps.
Chicken and Dumplings
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Chicken Stew:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thicker broth)
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
For the Dumplings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken Stew
- Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in flour (if using) to make a roux and cook 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Add chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return to the pot.
2. Prepare the Dumplings
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined (batter will be thick).
3. Cook the Dumplings
- Bring the chicken stew to a gentle boil.
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the surface of the simmering stew.
- Cover the pot with a lid and simmer 12–15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking to ensure dumplings cook evenly.
4. Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, ladled into bowls.
Tips
- For fluffier dumplings, do not overmix the batter.
- Add a handful of frozen peas or corn to the stew for extra veggies.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2–3 days; dumplings may soften over time.
I can also give you:
- Quick 30-minute chicken and dumplings
- Low-carb version using almond flour dumplings
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker version
Do you want me to provide one of these variations?
