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Classic Chicken and Dumplings: Discover Grandma’s Secret Recipe!

Classic Chicken and Dumplings (Grandma’s Secret Recipe)

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A comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy dumplings, perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, boil the chicken in chicken broth until fully cooked, about 1 hour.
  2. Remove the chicken, let it cool, and shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
  4. Add the shredded chicken back into the pot along with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder.
  5. In a bowl, mix flour, milk, and melted butter to form a dough for the dumplings.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering chicken mixture.
  7. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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