Homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings. This comforting dish combines tender, shredded chicken enveloped in a rich broth with fluffy dumplings that are sure to bring back cherished memories of family gatherings. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, it’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy a satisfying one-pot meal that is both nostalgic and delicious!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, celery, onion, and chicken breasts. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until a shaggy dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into strips.
- Remove chicken from the broth, discard celery and onion. Add dumpling strips to the simmering broth.
- Cook dumplings for 20-30 minutes until fluffy; shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg