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A bowl of creamy Easy Chicken and Dumplings, garnished with fresh herbs and visible carrots.

Easy Chicken and Dumplings


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  • Author: Elisa
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Simple and comforting chicken and dumplings recipe.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the boiling broth.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through.
  6. Stir in shredded chicken and heat through.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add vegetables such as carrots or celery for extra flavor.
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg