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Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings: A Cozy, Hearty Delight

Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings
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Experience the warmth and comfort of Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings, a classic dish perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. Begin by boiling the chicken in the chicken broth until fully cooked.
  2. Remove the chicken, let it cool and shred into pieces.
  3. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add melted butter and milk to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. In the broth, add carrots, celery, and onion; cook until softened.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the simmering broth.
  7. Return the shredded chicken back into the pot and simmer until the dumplings are cooked through.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables such as peas or green beans for extra flavor.
  • For a creamier base, you can add a splash of cream at the end.

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Keywords: Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings, Chicken, Dumplings, Comfort Food

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