Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 4-6
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Calories: 670.9 per serving
Fat: 36.2g
Saturated Fat: 9.5g
Cholesterol: 171.4mg
Sodium: 1378.6mg
Carbohydrates: 45.2g
Fiber: 3.4g
Sugar: 4.3g
Protein: 39.1g
Description:
You can’t get much more comforting than Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings! This recipe ensures tender chicken, perfectly cooked vegetables, and fluffy, flavorful dumplings simmered in a savory broth. It’s easy to make and even easier to love!
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3-4 chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks recommended)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp pepper (or to taste)
- 5 carrots, sliced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt (for dumplings)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- Additional olive oil for dumplings
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or covered skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown for about 2 minutes on each side. |
| 2 | Cook Vegetables: Stir in diced onion and chopped celery. Sauté for a few minutes until softened. Add 3 cups of water, bay leaf, chicken bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. |
| 3 | Add Carrots: Remove the chicken pieces from the pot. Add sliced carrots to the broth, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until carrots are tender. |
| 4 | Prepare Dumpling Batter: While carrots are cooking, remove chicken meat from bones and shred into bite-sized pieces. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of flour with the remaining 1/2 cup of water until smooth. Add the flour mixture and shredded chicken back into the pot. Cover and continue to simmer gently. |
| 5 | Make Dumplings: In a separate large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of flour, baking powder, salt, and chopped parsley. Make a well in the center and add milk, egg, and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir quickly until just combined, being careful not to overmix. |
| 6 | Form Dumplings: For each dumpling, drop a rounded tablespoon of batter into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and simmer for another 13-15 minutes. Resist the urge to stir the dumplings while cooking. They will puff up and cook through in the steam. |
| 7 | Serve: Ladle the chicken, vegetables, and dumplings into large bowls. Enjoy your comforting and hearty Chicken and Dumplings straight away! |
Notes:
- Chicken Selection: You can use a mix of chicken thighs and drumsticks for more flavor. Ensure they are bone-in for the best results.
- Vegetable Options: Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans for extra nutrition and color.
- Flavor Tips: Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preference. Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can also be added for more aromatic depth.
This recipe for Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings is sure to become a family favorite, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table, especially on chilly winter days. Enjoy the homemade goodness and the delightful flavors that only Grandma’s recipes can deliver!
