Dees Chicken and Dumplings

Dee's Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender shredded chicken, fluffy homemade dumplings, and a rich, flavorful broth brimming with aromatic vegetables like celery, carrots, and onion. This hearty one-pot meal is a cozy classic, simmered to perfection with garlic and a touch of black pepper, then elevated by fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish. The secret to its pillowy dumplings lies in a simple batter made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, milk, and buttery goodness, gently steamed in the savory broth for maximum fluffiness. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for feeding a family or warming up on chilly evenings, making it a go-to for anyone craving a bowl of homestyle comfort. Pair it with crusty bread or serve it solo—either way, it’s pure, heartwarming bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 stalks Celery (chopped)
• 2 large Carrot (peeled and diced)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for dumplings)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the chicken breasts, chicken broth, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.

Step 4

Strain the broth to remove the bay leaf and any vegetable chunks. Return the broth to the pot and keep it simmering on low heat.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the dumpling dough by whisking together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Add the milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 7

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough (around 1-2 tablespoons each) into the simmering broth. They should float to the surface as they cook.

Step 8

Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to ensure the dumplings steam properly.

Step 9

Add the shredded chicken back to the pot and gently stir to incorporate it with the dumplings.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving for an added pop of color and flavor, if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy the comforting goodness of Dee's Chicken and Dumplings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3145.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2071.3

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 379.8mg	0%
Sodium 9785.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 169.4g	0%

Vitamin D 125.8IU	0%
Calcium 602.3mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 4131.8mg	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: 19.6%

Protein: 33.1%

Carbs: 47.3%