Description
Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender, juicy chicken with fluffy dumplings in a savory broth. This easy recipe comes together in just an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family gathering. The rich aroma wafting from your kitchen will draw everyone to the table, eager to dig into this warm and satisfying dish. Customize it by adding seasonal vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition, or swap out chicken for turkey or tofu to suit your dietary needs. With each spoonful, you’ll enjoy not only the delicious flavors but also the cherished memories created around the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil while scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and milk until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Once the broth is simmering, drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough into the pot. Cover with a lid and steam for about ten minutes.
- Check if dumplings have puffed up and are cooked through before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Choose fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor; high-quality chicken and homemade broth are best. Incorporate vegetables like carrots or peas for added color and nutrition. Avoid overmixing the dumpling dough to keep them light and fluffy.