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Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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This Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a comforting dish packed with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth. Ideal for hearty family dinners. The recipe includes simple ingredients and easy steps, making it an approachable and satisfying meal for any home cook.

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • Chicken broth
  • Flour
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Milk
  • Butter
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Thyme
  • Bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the chicken in broth until tender, then shred.
  • Sauté vegetables until softened.
  • Add the shredded chicken back to the broth with the veggies.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, milk, and butter to form dumpling dough.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth.
  • Cover and cook until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
  • Season to taste and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for more flavor.
  • Add peas or other vegetables for variation.
  • For fluffier dumplings, do not overmix the dough.

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