Description
Experience the ultimate comfort of Homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings, a dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich broth to create a meal that feels like a warm hug. Perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings, this recipe is easy to prepare and offers deep, satisfying flavors that everyone will love. With its versatile ingredients, you can customize it to suit your family’s tastes while keeping the essence of this classic dish intact. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting out, this comforting recipe guarantees a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 celery ribs
- ½ medium onion
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp milk
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine chicken broth, celery, onion, and chicken breasts. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked.
- While the chicken cooks, mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add milk to form a dough.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thick and cut into strips or squares.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and discard celery and onion. Drop dumpling pieces into simmering broth and stir gently.
- Simmer dumplings for 20–30 minutes until cooked through; shred chicken and return it to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg