How to Make Better than Cracker Barrel Chicken 'n Dumplings - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cracker Barrel is known for their comforting, homestyle meals, and one of the most beloved dishes on their menu is their Chicken 'n Dumplings. But what if we told you that you could make an even better version at home? This recipe for Better than Cracker Barrel Chicken 'n Dumplings is a game changer. It's hearty, delicious, and perfect for a cozy family meal or a comforting dish to warm you up on a chilly day.

Chicken 'n Dumplings is a classic southern comfort food dish that has been ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1 pinch salt
  • water to cover
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced, or more to taste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place chicken and 1 pinch salt in a large pot; cover with water. Bring to a boil, skimming any scum off the surface with a slotted spoon. Add lemon, celery, onion, and carrots. Simmer broth over medium heat until chicken starts to fall off the bone, about 1 hour.
  • Discard lemon. Remove chicken from the pot; let cool.
  • Place flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Make a well in the center. Ladle in 2 to 3 scoops of hot broth. Mix in flour with a spoon until dough comes together into a ball.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Knead carefully until smooth. Roll out into a large rectangle; cut into small rectangular dumplings.
  • Drop dumplings one at a time into the simmering broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Bone chicken and chop into pieces. Add to the pot; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 128mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 267mg