Classic Chicken & Dumplings
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken
4 cups water
2 cups milk
1 onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup butter, melted
Steps:
In a large pot, combine the chicken, water, onion, celery, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Remove chicken from pot and shred the meat. Return the meat to the pot.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add melted butter and milk, and stir until just combined.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken mixture.
Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Spicy Chicken & Dumplings
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 onion, diced
2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup hot sauce
Steps:
In a large pot, combine the chicken, chicken broth, water, onion, jalapeños, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Remove chicken from pot and shred the meat. Return the meat to the pot.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add melted butter, hot sauce, and enough water to make a sticky dough.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken mixture.
Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Creamy Chicken & Dumplings
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup butter, melted
Steps:
In a large pot, combine the chicken, chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Remove chicken from pot and shred the meat. Return the meat to the pot.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add melted butter and enough milk to make a sticky dough.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken mixture.
Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Conclusion
Chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or something with a little more kick, there are endless variations to explore. With a little creativity, you can transform this humble dish into something truly spectacular. So next time you’re in the mood for something warm and comforting, give one of these recipes a try and see what delicious creations you can come up with!
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