Feather Dumplings for Chicken and Dumplings

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken and Broth

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken pieces, chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. Shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin.
  4. Strain the broth if desired to remove solids, then return the broth to the pot. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 2: Make the Dumplings

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the butter is pea-sized.
  3. Stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 3: Add Dumplings to the Broth

  1. Bring the chicken broth back to a gentle simmer.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough (about 1 tablespoon each) into the simmering broth. Make sure to leave space between the dumplings as they will expand.
  3. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and let the dumplings cook for 10–12 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to ensure the dumplings remain fluffy.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Once the dumplings are cooked and tender, ladle the chicken, broth, and dumplings into bowls.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Light and Fluffy: Baking powder gives the dumplings their “feather-light” texture.
  • Comforting and Hearty: A timeless dish that warms you up from the inside out.
  • One-Pot Meal: Easy cleanup and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Pro Tips

  1. Buttermilk Option: Substitute whole milk with buttermilk for extra flavor and fluffiness.
  2. Thicker Broth: Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water and stir into the broth before adding the dumplings.
  3. Add Herbs: Mix chopped fresh parsley, chives, or thyme into the dumpling dough for extra flavor.

These Feather Dumplings for Chicken and Dumplings are the ultimate comfort food. Tender dumplings and a rich chicken broth make this dish a family favorite! 🐔✨

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