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Chicken and Dumplings

Ultimate Chicken and Dumplings for Cozy Comfort Food Bliss

This Ultimate Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a comforting crowd-pleaser featuring tender rotisserie chicken and fluffy dumplings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken Any cooked chicken can work.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Margarine can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use olive or vegetable oil.
  • 1 whole Onion Yellow or sweet onions recommended.
  • 2 cups Baby Carrots Regular carrots can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 8 cups Chicken Bouillon + Water Low-sodium or store-bought broth can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Or substitute with other dried herbs.
For the Dumplings
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Non-dairy milk can replace.
  • 2 cups Self-Rising Flour All-purpose flour with baking powder can substitute.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep Veggies: Dice the onion and cut baby carrots into thirds, then set aside.
  2. Cut Chicken: Dice the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Make Broth: In a large pot, combine chicken bouillon with 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, heat oil and butter, then add onion and carrots, sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. Thicken Broth: Stir in flour and cook for an additional minute to create a roux, then incorporate broth.
  6. Combine Chicken & Season: Add chicken, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to the broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Prepare Dumplings: Mix self-rising flour, melted butter, and milk until just combined.
  8. Cook Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of dumpling mixture into the broth, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Check Doneness: Insert a toothpick into a dumpling to check if cooked through.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.