Description
Cracker Barrel Style Chicken and Dumplings is an easy, comforting homestyle recipe that delivers tender chicken, buttery broth, and fluffy dumplings in one pot. Perfect for busy families, this dish captures the classic restaurant flavor with simple pantry staples, making it a go‑to weeknight dinner. Follow step‑by‑step instructions for a rich, satisfying meal that brings nostalgic warmth to any table. Serve with bread or a fresh green salad for a complete, heart‑warming feast that satisfies all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups pre‑made dumplings
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and chicken broth. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Stir in pre‑made dumplings and cook for an additional 10‑15 minutes, or until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For a richer broth
- use a whole chicken with bones. Adjust seasoning at the end of cooking. Dumplings should be added last and kept covered to steam properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cracker Barrel Style Chicken and Dumplings, easy chicken dumplings recipe, chicken and dumplings comfort food, homestyle chicken soup, quick dinner chicken, family dinner recipes