Chicken with Dumplings Recipe

Name: Chicken with Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds chicken pieces; 2 whole carrots sliced thin; 2 whole celery sliced fine; 1 large onions chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme crumbled; 1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves crumbled; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves minced; 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening; 3/4 cup milk 1% lowfat

Servings: persons

5 pounds chicken pieces
2 whole carrots sliced thin
2 whole celery sliced fine
1 large onions chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme crumbled
1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves crumbled
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
2 cups flour, all-purpose
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons parsley leaves minced
4 tablespoons vegetable shortening
3/4 cup milk 1% lowfat

1
Rinse chicken, place in large pot, cover with water.
2
Add carrots, celery, onion, thyme, rosemary, 2 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
3
Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer.
4
Combine flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt and parsley in bowl.
5
Cut in shortening until resembles course meal.
6
Add milk and stir briefly with fork.
7
Add only enough millk to make dough hold together.
8
When chicken has simmered 20 minutes, drop spoonfuls of dough on top of bubbling broth.
9
Cover and steam for 20 minutes without lifting cover.

1230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

185

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds chicken pieces, 2 whole carrots sliced thin, 2 whole celery sliced fine, 1 large onions chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken with 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 with Dumplings

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions