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Chicken and Dumplings: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night

Chicken and Dumplings

This comforting Chicken and Dumplings recipe is perfect for any night of the week. With tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich broth, it’s a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken thighs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken thighs and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add diced carrots, celery, and onions. Simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
  4. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter and stir in milk to form a dough.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the simmering soup. Cover and cook until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.

Notes

  • Feel free to add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Ensure that the broth is simmering before adding dumplings to achieve the ideal texture.

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Keywords: Chicken and Dumplings, comfort food, easy recipe