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Cozy Chicken and Dumplings from Scratch

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A soul-soothing, easy-to-make chicken and dumplings recipe featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a flavorful broth with light, fluffy homemade dumplings. Perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free milk like oat or almond)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken thighs and pat dry. In a large pot or Dutch oven, add chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Add dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Place chicken thighs in the pot and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer with lid slightly ajar for 35-40 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through. Skim off any foam or impurities during simmering.
  3. Remove chicken thighs from pot and let cool slightly. Shred the meat using two forks, discarding bones and skin. Set shredded chicken aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and melted butter, stirring just until combined to form a thick but spoonable batter. Do not overmix.
  5. Bring broth back to a gentle simmer. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the surface of the simmering broth. Cover with lid and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. After 15 minutes, check dumplings for fluffiness and doneness. Stir in shredded chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes to warm through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top. Serve hot.

Notes

Use bone-in chicken thighs for juiciness and flavor. Do not overmix dumpling batter to avoid toughness. Keep lid on while dumplings cook to ensure they puff properly. Skim foam during simmering for clearer broth. If broth is too thin, thicken with cornstarch slurry before adding dumplings. For gluten-free dumplings, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and add xanthan gum if needed. Dumplings may get dense if overcooked.

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Keywords: chicken and dumplings, homemade dumplings, comfort food, easy chicken recipe, cozy dinner, family meal, chicken stew

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