Kitty's Chicken and Dumplings

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, Kitty's Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate one-pot meal that combines tender, slow-simmered chicken thighs with fluffy homemade dumplings. With every spoonful, you'll savor the savory broth infused with sautéed onions, carrots, celery, and garlic, creating the perfect base for this classic comfort food. The pillowy dumplings, made from scratch with a touch of butter and whole milk, soak up the rich flavors of the broth, making them the star of this dish. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly day, this recipe is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of brightness, and dig into this timeless recipe that feels like a warm hug in every bite. Tags: easy chicken and dumplings recipe, homemade dumplings, one-pot dinner ideas, comfort food classics.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Water
• 2 cups Carrots (peeled and diced)
• 1 cup Celery (diced)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
• 4 tablespoons Butter (cold, diced)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and half the black pepper. Sear the chicken in the pot for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Return the chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken simmers, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, remaining salt, and remaining pepper. Add the diced cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until pea-sized chunks form.

Step 6

Stir in the milk until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. Cover and set aside.

Step 7

After 30 minutes of simmering, remove the chicken from the pot. Allow it to cool slightly, then shred the meat off the bones. Discard the bones and skin.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and adjust the seasoning of the broth with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Bring the pot back to a gentle boil. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering broth. Do not overcrowd the pot.

Step 10

Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the dumplings cook undisturbed for 15-20 minutes until they are fluffy and fully cooked through.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve the chicken and dumplings hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4023.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3426.0

Total Fat 163.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 633.7mg	0%
Sodium 10507.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.9g
Protein 173.7g	0%

Vitamin D 96.7IU	0%
Calcium 804.2mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 5421.1mg	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: 42.5%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 37.5%