Very Basic Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Name: Very Basic Chicken and Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large chicken; 2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped; 2 carrots, coarsely chopped; 1 onion, cut into eighths; 3 garlic cloves; salt and pepper, to taste; herbs, as desired (such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, etc); 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup; 6 tablespoons butter; 2 eggs, hard boiled and chopped; ⅓ cup shortening; ⅔ cup milk; 1 12-2 cups all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

1 large chicken
2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, coarsely chopped
1 onion, cut into eighths
3 garlic cloves
salt and pepper, to taste
herbs, as desired (such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, etc)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
6 tablespoons butter
2 eggs, hard boiled and chopped
⅓ cup shortening
⅔ cup milk
1 12-2 cups all-purpose flour

1
Place chicken, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt and pepper and herbs in Dutch oven and cover with water.
2
Bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Allow chicken to cool; shred.
6
Strain broth and return to Dutch oven.
7
If necessary, add water or additional (packaged) broth to make 2 quarts.
8
Add soup, butter, and salt and pepper to broth.
9
Return to a boil.
10
Meanwhile, make dumplings: Place flour in large bowl.
11
Add shortening and milk.
12
Stir until moistened.
13
Add more flour as necessary to make a soft dough.
14
Roll out dough on floured surface and cut into strips.
15
Drop strips into boiling chicken stock.
16
Boil 2-3 minutes, stirring gently.
17
Fold in chicken and eggs.
18
Simmer 20-30 minutes.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large chicken, 2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped, 2 carrots, coarsely chopped, 1 onion, cut into eighths, and more.

Yes, Very Basic Chicken and 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.

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Very Basic Chicken and Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

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