Exquisite Homestyle Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Enjoy a cozy and comforting meal with this delightful recipe of an all-time classic – Chicken and Dumplings. The dish is a perfect blend of tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and mouth-watering broth. The harmony of flavors will transport you straight to your childhood memories of home-cooked meals.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Stew:

• 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
• 2 quarts water
• 2 medium-sized onions, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dumplings:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup milk
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• Instructions:

  Preparing the Chicken Stew:

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken, water, onions, celery, carrots, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily falls off the bone.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Then, shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones.
  4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

  Making the Dumplings:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add in the melted butter and milk, stirring until the mixture forms a dough.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering chicken stew.
  3. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm and cooked through.

  Serve this heart-warming Chicken and Dumplings hot, and enjoy a delectable blend of comfort and homestyle cooking in every spoonful!

  Keywords: Chicken and Dumplings, Homestyle Chicken and Dumplings Recipe, Chicken Stew, Dumplings, Comfort Food, Home-Cooked Meal