Sandy's Chicken and Dumplings

Cozy up with a warm bowl of **Sandy's Chicken and Dumplings**, a soul-soothing classic that combines tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings in a rich, savory broth. This comforting dish starts with seared bone-in chicken thighs for maximum flavor, simmered alongside carrots, celery, and onion to create a deeply aromatic base. The homemade dumplings, crafted from a simple dough of flour, milk, and butter, are steamed to pillowy perfection directly in the broth, soaking up all its delicious goodness. With just the right touch of fresh parsley for garnish, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, rainy days, or anytime you need a warm, satisfying meal. Ready in about 90 minutes, it’s a nostalgic, one-pot wonder that will quickly become a staple in your recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 Carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 2 Celery stalks (sliced)
• 1 Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 Bay leaf
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 to taste Salt
• 1 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large stockpot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Return the chicken thighs to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 6

To prepare the dumplings, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a mixing bowl. Stir in the milk and melted butter until a sticky dough forms.

Step 7

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth, making sure to space them out to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Cover the pot and cook the dumplings for 15 minutes without uncovering, until they have puffed up and are cooked through.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the chicken and dumplings in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3370.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2381.6

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 415.3mg	0%
Sodium 11234.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 136.2g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 732.3mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 4386.5mg	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: 36.1%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 41.2%