Classic American Comfort Food: Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

This classic American dish of tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a savory broth is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening, this recipe will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings for home-cooked goodness.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 quarts chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup milk

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, chicken pieces, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
2. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk to form a dough.
3. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering chicken broth. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Uncover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until dumplings are cooked through and chicken is tender.
5. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

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