### **The Easiest, Fluffiest, Most Delicious Chicken and Dumplings Dish Ever!**
Few meals scream “comfort food” like a hearty bowl of **Chicken and Dumplings**. This classic dish combines tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth for a meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate. Whether it’s a cold winter evening or a day when you’re craving nostalgia, this recipe is your ticket to pure comfort and joy.
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### **What Makes This Chicken and Dumplings Recipe Special?**
– **Ease of Preparation**: Simple steps and pantry-friendly ingredients make this dish a breeze to whip up.
– **Incredible Flavor**: A combination of herbs, creamy broth, and juicy chicken creates a dish packed with flavor.
– **Fluffy Dumplings**: These light, pillowy dumplings are the star of the show and are easier to make than you think.
– **Family-Friendly**: Loved by both kids and adults, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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### **Ingredients**
#### **For the Chicken and Broth:**
– **2 tbsp butter**
– **1 medium onion**, diced
– **2 carrots**, sliced
– **2 celery stalks**, chopped
– **3 garlic cloves**, minced
– **1 rotisserie chicken**, shredded (or 4 cups cooked chicken)
– **6 cups chicken broth**
– **1 cup heavy cream**
– **1 tsp dried thyme**
– **1 bay leaf**
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
#### **For the Dumplings:**
– **2 cups all-purpose flour**
– **1 tbsp baking powder**
– **1/2 tsp salt**
– **1/2 tsp garlic powder** (optional)
– **2 tbsp cold butter**, cubed
– **3/4 cup milk**
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### **How to Make Chicken and Dumplings**
#### **Step 1: Prepare the Broth**
1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
2. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Keep the soup warm while preparing the dumplings.
#### **Step 2: Make the Dumplings**
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder (if using).
2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Slowly add the milk, stirring until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
#### **Step 3: Cook the Dumplings**
1. Drop spoonfuls of the dough directly into the simmering broth. Space them out to avoid sticking.
2. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings steam for 12-15 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid to ensure fluffy dumplings.
**Step 4: Serve**
1. Remove the bay leaf and give the broth a gentle stir.
2. Ladle the chicken, vegetables, and dumplings into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
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