Chicken and Dumplings // Easier than you think ❤️ Step by Step

This delicious CHICKEN and DUMPLINGS is the ultimate comfort food, it’s savory chicken in a delicious broth very much between a soup and a stew. It is topped with light and fluffy dumplings that will help thicken the broth into a rich gravy. There are many ways of making CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS, and there are many shortcuts , but making it homemade from scratch will make it your own masterpiece and it will be full of flavor. This recipe is customizable, you can add or subtract any ingredient you like and make it just right for you and your family. I hope you give it a try.❤️

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INGREDIENTS ___________________
1 1/2 lbs. cooked Chicken
1/2 medium/ large chopped onion
2 C. cubed carrots
2 celery ribs (slices)
2 large garlic cloves (minced)
4 Tbsp butter (for roux)
7 Tbsp All purpose flour
6 C. Chicken broth (low sodium)
1 1/2 C. Frozen peas
2 Bay Leaves
1/2 tsp dries thyme leaves
1/2 tsp crushed Rosemary
Pepper as needed
Salt as needed
1 1/2 Tbsp BETTER THAN BOUILLON Chicken base
3 Tbsp butter (to saute vegetables)

DUMPLING DOUGH____________
1 C. All purpose flour
1/2 tsp rubbed Sage
1/2 tsp salt
1 3/4 tsp Baking powder
Pepper as needed (optional )
1/2 C. Plus 1 Tbsp whole milk
I BOILED MY CHICKEN WITH 1 CELERY RIB, 1/4 SMALL ONION, 1/4 tsp SALT AND COVERED CHICKEN WITH WATER (maintain covered) . I USED 6 CUPS BROTH. I BOILED IT FOR 50 MINUTES (make sure you check chicken and make sure your your chicken is cooked very well).

DISCLAIMER
DO NOT EAT OR SERVE THIS DISH TO ANYONE WHO IS OR MIGHT BE ALLERGIC TO ANY INGREDIENT IN THIS DISH.

[grady]

I just stumbled on this channel. I used to cook for a living so I am sensitive to watching YouTube demonstrations can be either enlightening or pure torture! What I've seen from this person so far is a solid foundation of kitchen knowledge. There's nothing worse than tuning in to a video and hearing the presenter say, "this is my first time making this!" Clearly, this lady has made a study of culinary art and technique. Here is a fine example of how to make reference chicken/dumplings. 100% spot on instructions, no cutsey "look at me" nonsense, just straight ahead clear, concise, accurate instruction on how to build this iconic dish. Impressive Rachel. I would have enjoyed working with you.

[Marcel_Audubon]

When she says 10+ I think she is just being modest!! this thing is off the scale!!

[The_Timinator]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, Chicken and Dumplings, my Mom used to make 2 batches of Dumplings, one batch in the pot with the chicken and a second pot steamed in Chicken Stock or bullion, there was no difference in taste or texture, but now everybody could have second or third servings with Dumplings, you can NEVER have too many Dumplings.

[evelynmorrell]

Hi Rachel, I live in New Brunswick, Canada. I am about to make this recipe for about the forth time. We love it. We both are well into our 70’s and have never had Chicken and Dumplings before. Thank you for sharing this recipe and many other that are so good.

[TexAma]

Rachel, I’m a Texan living in Kentucky. I recently found your channel and I’m hooked! You have saved me from not having my beloved Tex Mex favorites! I made your chicken fried chicken and gravy tonight. Delicious!!! Like everyone says, you are a Dear! God bless you and your Ron❤️

[debrakessler]

I find myself watching a lot of cooking shows. In these crazy times I find it very comforting.

[thelmahenriques]

Reminds me of when my Mama used to make them. She always warned all six of us kids not to lift the lid while the dumplings cooked!!!! Thanks for the memories

[jujubees]

When I was a little girl back in the 80s I had a grandma figure named Grandma Sue. She wasn't my blood grandmother but she chose to be. Oftentimes when I ran over to her apartment to spend time with her she would make, "Chicken and dumpkins, " as my little child self would pronounce it.

She passed away when I was 7 years old. I've missed her and chased the dragon that was her wonderful chicken and dumplings ever since. Nothing was the same. She was a scratch cook 80% of the time. All I could remember was a Bisquick box on the counter.

The dragon has been caught. And Grandma's little Dodo is happily eating the closest thing, if not the real deal, of Grandma Sue's recipe.

Thank you. It only took nearly 30 years, 😊 but finally.

[CurlyCruz]

I was looking for this recipe few days ago, I'm glad I waited for my favorite Teacher! God Bless U Rachel, my maestra preferida.

[vanessalumbra]

This is the way my mom made chicken and dumplings. You KNOW you're getting a dumpling! I've seen so many recipes using thin strips of dough that look like short noodles and call it chicken and dumplings. My mom would drop big spoonfuls of dumplings on top of the simmering chicken like you did. Comfort food at its best!

[ponpom]

I cooked this yesterday for a hearty meal on a cold day. My husband said it was so good he woke up thinking how good it was. He also said that those are the best dumplings he's ever had!

[sandyrice]

This is the chicken and dumplings I grew up on! Light, fluffy... perfection ❤️

[twistedthrifterb]

The only cooking channel a person ever needs .I wish I had you as a neighbor . 😂 I love the Mexican recipes and your American comfort foods .My goodness you are an excellent teacher .

[janeryksen]

So calm and relaxed. I love just watching and listening to her. Not like the other food shows that are hyped up and make you feel like you need to hurry up. Want to try this chicken and dumplings today. Keep your videos coming Rachel. 🤗

[carolynturk-huje]

How did I miss this one? Watching it now is so retro as it is in the old house/old kitchen. Familiar surroundings are comforting for sure. But just watched the video of the back patio and kitchen remodel... beautiful! Chicken and dumplings is a classic! Thank you!😊❤

[bethdeck]

Rachel, this week I’ve made your chicken Parmesan (something I NEVER thought I could do!!- turned out perfectly!), and your beef stew…right now your vegetable beef soup is on! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your recipes and step by step instructions!! This is next on my list! May God richly bless you and yours!🙏

[orendakog]

Hi Rachel, thank you for your videos and the love you put in all your creations. I saw this yesterday and made it today on a cool-45F, sunny fall day in Quebec. It is just delicious and my 1st shot at making dumplings. Awesome. I added 8-10 threads of lemon zest to my 2nd bowl, and it was spectacular also. Thank you so very much for sharing. This 68 yr. guy is happier than a pig in dirt.

[George-xeub]

I made the enchilada bake…again! So darn good. There’s nothing like fresh, homemade enchilada sauce!

[allanboyer]

I haven't had good chicken and dumplings since before my mother passed, 24 years ago. Her's were incredible. She made them just the same way you did, including real dumplings too. I really miss her and her cooking. That was one of her recipes that I don't have, most of them I make myself. I am going to make this one, I have a roaster / fryer in the freezer. Thank you.

[texassews]

Thank you Rachel for the recipe. My Mom and Grandmother made chicken and dumplings too, almost the same way. They did not brown the roux and I believe that that is the key to the thickening in the recipe. Also, sometimes, but not often, my Mom and Grandmother both used biscuits, cut into 4 pieces and placed into the simmering broth. I guess if you are trying to get food on the table fast, it will work, but homemade dumplings are better. Yours look so good and with the addition of sage to them, they will be out of site! Thanks again Rachel. (I make them for my husband and I using soy curls, and veggie broth. So, the same process can be done without the meat, for a meatless meal. Not the same, but it works.) ❤