Homestyle Chicken and Dumplings

This recipe for homestyle chicken and dumplings is a classic American comfort food dish. The tender chicken and fluffy dumplings are cooked in a flavorful broth until they are perfectly seasoned. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that will warm you up on a cold day. The best part is that it's easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Try this recipe for a taste of down-home cooking.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• ¼ cup melted butter

Directions

1. In a large pot, add the chicken, chicken broth, water, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. Cook for 1 hour or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
2. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. Once cool, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until well combined.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Add the thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded chicken back to the pot. Stir to combine.
7. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter, until just combined.
8. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering chicken mixture. Cover the pot and let the dumplings simmer for 15-20 minutes or until they are cooked through.
9. Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
10. Enjoy!

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