Description
A classic Southern comfort dish, this Chicken and Dumplings recipe delivers tender shredded chicken immersed in a creamy broth, dotted with light, fluffy dumplings seasoned with thyme and parsley. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy weekend meals. The simple steps and pantry‑friendly ingredients make it an everyday favorite that feels like a warm Southern hug on a plate. Serve it with a crusty biscuit or a simple side salad for a complete, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and parsley. Stir in milk until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth, cover, and cook 15‑20 minutes until dumplings are fluffy.
- Stir in shredded chicken, heat through, and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor
- use homemade chicken broth. Adjust herbs to taste. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Southern Chicken and Dumplings, easy chicken dumplings recipe, southern comfort food, chicken and dumplings soup, homemade dumplings, quick dinner ideas, family dinner recipes