Description
A comforting bowl of tender chicken and fluffy dumplings simmered in flavorful broth, perfect for chilly days and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth and water, then bring to a gentle simmer. Add the shredded chicken and optional frozen vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the simmering broth.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, use homemade or high-quality chicken stock. Customize vegetables for added nutrition and color. Keep broth well-seasoned.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg