Creamy Chicken and Dumplings: A Comfort Food Classic
Creamy Chicken and Dumplings is the epitome of hearty, homemade comfort food. This rich, velvety dish features tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a creamy broth loaded with vegetables and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evenings, this dish is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Here's a detailed step-by-step guide to making this timeless recipe from scratch.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons of butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups (1 liter) of chicken broth
- 2 cups (500ml) of whole milk or heavy cream
- 3 cups (450g) of cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
For the Dumplings:
- 2 cups (250g) of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (180ml) of buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice)
