How to Make Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few dishes that evoke the comfort and nostalgia of a home-cooked meal quite like old-fashioned chicken and dumplings. This classic southern dish has been a staple in American kitchens for generations, beloved for its hearty and soul-warming qualities. The combination of tender chicken, savory broth, and fluffy dumplings makes for a meal that is both satisfying and delicious.

While there are many variations of chicken and dumplings, the old-fashioned recipe is a timeless favorite...

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Ingredients

  • 7 pounds cut up chicken pieces
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 20

  • Start the soup: Place chicken pieces in a large pot; add chicken stock, onions, celery, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, then simmer, partially covered, until chicken is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the dumplings: Beat egg and milk together in a large mixing bowl. Mix in 1 cup flour, baking powder, and salt. Grate cold butter into the wet flour mixture; stir in parsley.
  • Dollop 6 large spoonfuls of dumpling mixture onto the top of the simmering chicken. Cover the pot and steam dumplings until fluffy, 10 minutes more.
  • Remove dumplings and chicken pieces to a large dish; shred chicken and discard bones. Cover and set aside, keeping warm.
  • For the gravy: Strain stock left in the pot, pressing the vegetables to release more flavor; return stock to the pot. Whisk water with remaining 1/2 cup flour until smooth; stir into the strained stock. Season with pepper and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, to thicken.
  • Stir in chicken and top with dumplings. Serve with parsley.
  • Nutrition

    400 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 133mg
    • Sodium: 700mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 353mg