Chicken And Fluffy Dumplings Recipe

Name: Chicken And Fluffy Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs roasting chickens, cut up; 4 - 4 1/2 cups water; 5 stalks celery, cut up; 1 cup carrot, sliced; 3 sprigs fresh parsley; 1 bay leaf; 4 peppercorns; 2 teaspoons salt; DUMPLINGS; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1 tablespoon minced parsley; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; 2/3 cup milk; 2 tablespoons oil or 2 tablespoons melted shortening; 1 egg, slightly beaten; GRAVY; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

6 lbs roasting chickens, cut up
4 - 4 1/2 cups water
5 stalks celery, cut up
1 cup carrot, sliced
3 sprigs fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
4 peppercorns
2 teaspoons salt
DUMPLINGS
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon minced parsley
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons oil or 2 tablespoons melted shortening
1 egg, slightly beaten
GRAVY
1 cup water
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
Combine the first 8 ingredients in a large pot.
2
Simmer covered, 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender.
3
Skim off fat.
4
DUMPLINGS.
5
Combine dry ingredients.
6
Stir in remaining ingredients.
7
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto hot chicken and boiling stock.
8
Cover tightly and return to boiling.
9
Reduce heat to a simmer, Do Not Lift Cover.
10
Simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until dumplings are dry and fluffy.
11
Arrange dumplings and chicken on a platter.
12
Strain broth.
13
GRAVY.
14
Combine flour and water, blend till smooth.
15
Bring 4 cups reserved broth to boiling, add flour mixture.
16
Bring to boil and cook till thickened.
17
Add salt and pepper.
18
Pour over chicken and dumplings.

1549

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

224

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs roasting chickens, cut up, 4 - 4 1/2 cups water, 5 stalks celery, cut up, 1 cup carrot, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Fluffy Dumplings falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Fluffy Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

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