Jessie's Chicken and Dumplings

Warm, comforting, and packed with rustic charm, Jessie's Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate homestyle dish to soothe your soul. Tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich and creamy broth filled with hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions create the perfect base for this classic recipe. Fluffy homemade dumplings, made with baking powder for an irresistibly light and airy texture, cook to perfection right in the pot, soaking up all the savory flavors. With just a touch of dried thyme and a bay leaf for a subtle herbaceous note, this one-pot meal strikes the perfect balance of simplicity and indulgence. Ready in about an hour, Jessie's Chicken and Dumplings is ideal for cozy family dinners or comforting gatherings. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for roux)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
• 0.75 cup whole milk (for dumplings)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

To the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in the diced onions, carrots, and celery, cooking for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour (for roux) over the vegetables, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking as you go to avoid lumps.

Step 5

Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot along with the bay leaf, thyme, and milk. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and let cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 6

While the chicken is simmering, prepare the dumpling dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour (for dumplings), baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually stir in the milk (for dumplings) until a thick batter forms.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 8

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop the dumpling batter onto the simmering liquid in the pot. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed up and cooked through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Discard the bay leaf.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3208.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3038.5

Total Fat 127.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 990.8mg	0%
Sodium 7986.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.2g
Protein 237.3g	0%

Vitamin D 248.0IU	0%
Calcium 890.9mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 4660.0mg	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: 38.0%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 30.6%