Best 2 Homemade Chicken And Dumplings Recipes

Homemade chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food that can warm the soul on a cold day. This hearty dish is made with simple ingredients and can be easily prepared in a few hours. The dumplings are soft and fluffy, while the chicken is tender and flavorful. The broth is rich and flavorful, and is perfect for dipping the dumplings in. Whether you are a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE SOUTHERN CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

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Homemade chicken and dumplings from scratch! Southern cooking all the way! This recipe takes some time, but it is absolutely delicious!

Provided by sahmcooking

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (3 pound) whole fryer chicken, giblets removed
water as needed
2 cups self-rising flour
½ cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon salt
2 quarts buttermilk

Steps:

Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, and parsley. Add salt and pepper and cook vegetables until they sweat, about 5 minutes. Drop the chicken right into the stockpot and add water to cover by 3 to 4 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 1 hour.
Meanwhile, place flour in a large bowl; cut in shortening. Add buttermilk slowly until flour comes together in a a large ball. Knead dough slightly; do not overdo it or dumplings will not be fluffy. Roll dough out and cut into dumpling strips.
Pull cooked chicken out of pot and let cool until safe to handle, about 15 minutes. Reserve stock.
Shred chicken meat. Pull all veggie chunks out of stock. Add shredded chicken back to the pot with stock and bring to a boil.
Add dumplings slowly, 1 at a time, stirring constantly to keep from sticking. Cook until stock is thickened and dumplings are no longer cream-colored, but almost brownish-grey, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 713.4 mg, Sugar 9 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

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I've made this recipe for years and it's something we crave.

Provided by wendylee815

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 chicken drumsticks
2 chicken thighs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
3 carrots, peeled and cut into coins
½ large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can water
Dumplings:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
¾ cup milk

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Liberally season chicken drumsticks and thighs with salt and pepper and add to the hot skillet. Sear until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a plate and allow to cool. Bone chicken, discarding any skin and bones.
Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet and turn heat to medium. Add carrots, onion, and celery and saute until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup flour until incorporated and slightly mushy. Whisk in chicken broth and water until smooth, scraping any browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan. Add chicken meat and bring to a simmer. Cook until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, mix together flour, baking powder, parsley, salt, and pepper for dumplings in a medium bowl. Cut in butter with 2 knives or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until smooth. Drop batter by spoonful on top of broth, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer until dumplings are cooked through, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 66.7 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1144.5 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

Use a large pot or Dutch oven to make sure there's enough room for the chicken, dumplings, and broth.
Use a combination of chicken breasts and thighs for a more flavorful soup.
Add vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition.
Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Drop the dumplings into the simmering soup and cook until they are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and hearty soup that will warm you up on a cold day. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chicken and dumplings recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!