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Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings

Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings: Easy Comfort Food Recipe

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Enjoy a cozy bowl of homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings, a delightful comfort food that warms the soul.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  1. In a pot, boil the chicken breasts until cooked through.
  2. Remove chicken, shred it, and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  5. Add milk to the flour mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the boiling broth.
  7. Add shredded chicken back into the pot and simmer until dumplings are cooked through.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For an extra flavor boost, add herbs like thyme or rosemary.
  • Make sure not to overmix the dumpling dough to keep them fluffy.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2 grams
  • Sodium: 800 milligrams
  • Fat: 18 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 10 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 50 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Protein: 30 grams
  • Cholesterol: 80 milligrams