Grandma's Chicken N Dumplings

Cozy, comforting, and packed with nostalgia, Grandma's Chicken N Dumplings is a timeless classic that brings hearty flavor to the dinner table. This homestyle recipe combines tender, slow-simmered chicken thighs with a rich, savory broth infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and herbs, complemented by bite-sized pieces of celery and carrots for a touch of natural sweetness. The crowning glory is the pillowy soft dumplings, made from scratch using simple pantry staples like flour, butter, and milk. Prepared in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving a bowl of homemade goodness. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this soul-warming dish serves six generous portions, ensuring everyone gets their fill of comfort. Whether it’s a quiet weeknight or a family gathering, Grandma's Chicken N Dumplings delivers pure nostalgia, one spoonful at a time.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for dumplings)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken thighs in a large pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.

Step 2

Add the diced celery, carrots, onion, minced garlic, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cover and let simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 3

Carefully remove the chicken thighs from the pot and set them aside to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 4

While the broth continues to simmer, make the dumpling dough. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Gradually stir in the milk until a soft, sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Using a spoon, drop small dollops of the dumpling dough (about 1–2 tablespoons each) into the simmering broth. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12–15 minutes without disturbing.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and gently stir in the chopped parsley, if using. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3363.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2923.9

Total Fat 148.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 632.0mg	0%
Sodium 9989.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 169.1g	0%

Vitamin D 108.5IU	0%
Calcium 616.1mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 4183.0mg	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: 45.2%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 31.9%