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Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings: A Cozy, Heartwarming Classic

Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings
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Enjoy the comforting flavors of Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings, a classic dish that warms the soul.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, boil the whole chicken in chicken broth until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside to cool.
  2. In the same broth, add chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  4. Add egg and milk to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the boiling broth. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Shred the chicken and return to the pot. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley to the broth.
  • Serve with a side of biscuits for a complete meal.

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