Recipe Introduction: This comforting chicken and dumpling dish is perfect for cozy nights. The tender chicken and soft dumplings come together in a flavorful broth, creating a hearty, filling meal. It’s simple to make, with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, and it’s guaranteed to warm you up.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
- 1 teaspoon parsley (dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter (for the dumplings)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on both sides. Pour in the chicken broth, water, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the broth and set them aside to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot.
- Make the dumplings: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk and butter, stirring until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be thick.
- Cook the dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fluffy and cooked through.
- Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy!