Chicken and Dumplings: The Best Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights in with family or friends.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free Optional
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups diced vegetables (carrots, celery, onions)
- In a large pot, heat the chicken broth and add the chicken thighs. Cook until tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the boiling broth.
- Add the diced vegetables and let cook for 15 minutes or until the dumplings are fluffy.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stir, and serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, season with herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for easy weeknight meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken and Dumplings, Comfort Food, Cozy Nights