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Authentic Old-Fashioned Southern Chicken and Dumplings

Close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy chicken and dumplings, featuring shredded chicken and thick noodles.
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Make this classic comfort food! You will create tender shredded chicken, soft homemade flat dumplings, and a rich, creamy broth. This recipe delivers the hearty, satisfying meal you crave.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 6 cups rich chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • For the Dumplings:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to make a roux.
  2. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring until the broth thickens slightly.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream, thyme, pepper, and salt. Add the shredded chicken and keep the broth at a gentle simmer.
  4. Prepare the dumplings: In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Pour in the buttermilk and mix just until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut the dough into small squares or strips for old-fashioned flat dumplings.
  8. Drop the dumpling pieces one by one into the simmering broth, ensuring they are mostly submerged. Work quickly.
  9. Cover the pot tightly and reduce the heat to low. Let the dumplings steam and cook for 15 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  10. Check the dumplings for doneness; they should be puffed and cooked through. Serve immediately for the ultimate comfort food classic.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use homemade chicken broth. If you use store-bought, choose a low-sodium variety.
  • To achieve light, fluffy dumplings, avoid overworking the dough when mixing the buttermilk in.
  • If you want a quicker meal, use a rotisserie chicken for the shredded chicken component.
  • Many people enjoy seeing recipes like this on Pinterest, so feel free to share your results!

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