Cracker Barrel Chicken Dumplings

Indulge in the comforting, homestyle flavors of Cracker Barrel Chicken Dumplings, a hearty dish that brings Southern cooking to your table in just an hour! This recipe combines tender, shredded chicken simmered in a rich, seasoned broth with pillowy dumplings made from scratch. Achieving the perfect texture, the dumplings are crafted from a buttery dough rolled out to perfection and gently cooked in the flavorful broth. With simple pantry staples like flour, chicken bouillon, and baking powder, this classic dish is both budget-friendly and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy weekend meal, these chicken and dumplings are sure to become a favorite comfort food that warms heart and soul alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
• 8 cups Water
• 2 pieces Chicken bouillon cubes
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for seasoning broth)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for seasoning broth)

Directions

Step 1

Place chicken breasts, water, and bouillon cubes in a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Keep the broth in the pot on low heat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 5

Cut the dough into small strips or squares, approximately 2 inches in length. Set aside.

Step 6

Turn the heat under the broth back to medium and season it with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 7

Add the dumplings one at a time into the simmering broth to prevent them from sticking together. Gently stir after adding all the dumplings.

Step 8

Cover the pot and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir to combine. Allow the dish to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of homemade chicken and dumplings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2755.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.2

Total Fat 53.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 405.3mg	0%
Sodium 6266.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.5g
Protein 139.2g	0%

Vitamin D 125.8IU	0%
Calcium 426.9mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1448.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.4%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 43.1%