Description
Chicken and Dumplings is the epitome of comfort food, blending tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and rich broth into a heartwarming meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients—such as boneless chicken thighs, low-sodium chicken broth, and fresh herbs—you can create a dish that evokes nostalgic memories with each delicious bite. As the dumplings steam to perfection in the savory broth, they soak up the flavors while maintaining their light and airy texture. Whether it’s a chilly evening or a casual get-together, this Chicken and Dumplings recipe will surely become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 boneless chicken thighs
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and brown seasoned chicken thighs for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the pot.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, milk, salt, and pepper to form dumpling dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into simmering broth; cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg