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Chicken and Dumplings

A warm and wholesome dish featuring shredded chicken in a savory broth topped with fluffy dumplings, providing a lighter option for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use lean chicken for a healthier option.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Opt for low-sodium broth for a healthier choice.
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup milk Use reduced-fat milk for lower calories.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Can swap with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Add for extra fiber and nutrition.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth and shredded chicken. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the self-rising flour, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper to form a batter.
  3. If using, add mixed vegetables to the chicken broth mixture.
Cooking
  1. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the simmering chicken mixture.
  2. Cover and cook for 25 to 35 minutes until the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through. Serve warm.

Notes

For meal prep, portion the chicken and broth into meal containers without dumplings. Add quick steamed vegetables and heat. Make dumplings fresh for best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.