Scoot's Chick N Dumplins

Dive into comfort with **Scoot's Chick N Dumplins**, a hearty Southern classic brimming with rich flavors and rustic charm. Tender, bone-in chicken thighs simmer in a savory broth alongside a medley of carrots, celery, and onion, creating a warming base that’s packed with depth and nourishment. The star of the dish, fluffy homemade dumplings, are prepared from butter, milk, and all-purpose flour, then dropped into the simmering pot to steam to pillowy perfection. Balanced with just the right touch of herbs and seasoning, this one-pot meal is an irresistible combination of wholesome simplicity and indulgence. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves six generous portions. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a final flourish, and serve steaming bowls of chicken and dumplings that feel like a warm embrace.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine chicken thighs, chicken broth, water, carrots, celery, and onion. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Skim off any foam or fat from the surface as needed.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. Once cool, shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 4

Season the broth with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Simmer gently while preparing the dumplings.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt for the dumplings.

Step 6

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 7

Pour in the milk and gently stir until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 8

Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering broth, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. The dumplings will expand as they cook.

Step 9

Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook undisturbed for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid to ensure the dumplings steam properly.

Step 10

After 15 minutes, gently stir the pot to ensure even cooking. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Optionally, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 12

Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3836.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2917.7

Total Fat 147.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 632.0mg	0%
Sodium 9971.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 168.9g	0%

Vitamin D 80.5IU	0%
Calcium 626.9mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 4060.6mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 31.7%