For richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. Don't overwork the dumpling dough, or they will become tough. If you don't have self-rising flour, you can make your own by combining 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Momma's Best Chicken and Dumplings
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 28 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 33 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS146
A symphony of savory flavors awaits in this classic comfort dish. Tender chicken and fluffy dumplings simmered in a rich, aromatic broth will warm you from the inside out. A truly soul-satisfying meal!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol83 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein28 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium718 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepGather all ingredients.
02
StepMelt butter in a stock pot over medium-high heat. Add celery, carrot, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning; cook and stir until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.
03
StepPush vegetable mixture to the sides and add chicken; cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
04
StepPour enough water over the chicken to cover by 3 inches; bring to a boil. Stir, scraping the browned bits off of the bottom of the pot. Reduce heat; simmer until chicken is tender, about 1 hour.
05
StepTransfer chicken and carrots to a serving plate with a large slotted spoon; let cool.
06
StepLadle 1/4 cup cooking liquid into a bowl; cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Mix in 2 tablespoons flour. Stir back into the pot.
07
StepPlace 2 cups flour in a large bowl; cut in shortening with 2 knives until mixture forms pea-sized bits. Mix in chilled chicken broth until dough is combined.
08
StepTurn dough out onto a floured work surface. Knead 5 to 6 times; pat down to 1-inch thickness. Sprinkle lightly with flour; roll out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut dough into squares with a sharp knife.
09
StepDrop squares, in batches, into simmering cooking liquid, moving squares to the side with each addition. Partially cover pot; simmer until dumplings are firm, about 12 minutes. Separate any dumplings that stick together. Remove from heat; keep covered.
10
StepBone chicken; cut into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot. Chop carrot; return to the pot. Cool chicken and dumplings, about 30 minutes, before serving.
11
StepEnjoy!
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Glen Frami
Mar 24, 2025I substituted bone-in chicken thighs for the breasts and it was even more flavorful!
Connor Olson
Oct 22, 2024My family absolutely loved this dish! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Haven Prohaska
Jul 17, 2024This recipe is amazing! The dumplings were so light and fluffy, and the chicken was perfectly tender.
Kim Ledner
Jun 15, 2024I've made chicken and dumplings before, but this recipe is by far the best. The flavor is incredible!
Natasha Leuschkeschaefer
Apr 29, 2024The addition of poultry seasoning really makes a difference. It gives the broth such a comforting flavor.
Korey Kuphal
Apr 9, 2024This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Buford Wiegand
Mar 8, 2024I was a little intimidated to make this at first, but the recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out perfect!
Carlee Okon
Feb 18, 2024Next time I'll double the dumpling recipe, because everyone wanted more!