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OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

May 7, 2019 by Brandie @ The Country Cook 206 Comments

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5 from 83 votes
The ingredients for this Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings recipe are so simple; chicken, chicken stock, and a simple flat dumpling dough. That’s it. Delicious! Want an easier version, be sure to check out my CROCK POT CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS!Cracker Barrel Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings in a bowl

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ARE THESE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS LIKE CRACKER BARREL?

For those of you who haven’t eaten this style of Chicken and Dumplings growing up then you may have eaten it at a place like Cracker Barrel. It’s a humble dish for sure, but I think that is what makes it good. We’re going back to basics here today on The Country Cook. Maybe serve it with a side of HASHBROWN CASSEROLE. Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings recipe from The Country Cook
WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR THIS RECIPE:
chicken
chicken broth
all-purpose flour
baking powder
salted butter
milk

HOW TO MAKE OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS:

First thing you need to do is to cook the chicken. You can use a store bought rotisserie chicken for this if you like. Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Drizzle a little olive oil on the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Bake for about 45 minutes.chicken breasts on a baking pan seasoned with salt and pepper
Some folks like dark meat with their dumplings, some like a combination of white and dark. Chicken thighs would work great for this as well. Go with whatever you like here. I had two large chicken breasts so I used those. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks. Or, you can put it into a stand mixer and have it do the work for you.cooked chicken breasts in a large electric stand mixer
Look how easy and perfectly shredded. Just don’t leave it on too long or you’ll have minced chicken.
shredded chicken in a bowl
Pour 2 quarts of chicken stock or broth into a large pot and start warming it up on the stovetop while you make the dumplings. In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Then add in cold cubed butter.
all purpose flour, baking powder and cubed butter
You can combine it all using a fork or a pastry cutter. But the best way is really with your fingers. Just smoosh the butter between your fingers while you gradually mix it in with the flour mixture.cutting butter into flour mixture
Now pour in the milk. You want to measure out a little less than a cup. Mix it all together.dumpling wet dough ball in a bowl
Dust your counter with a generous amount of flour. Place your dumpling dough on the counter and dust it with more flour.
dumpling dough on counter sprinkled with flour
With a rolling pin, roll the dough out to about 1/4″ thickness. Be sure to add flour as necessary to keep it from sticking underneath or to your rolling pin.flat dumpling dough rolled out on counter
Using a knife or a pizza cutter, start cutting out your dumplings into squares. They don’t need to be perfectly shaped. Remember, this dish is rustic and homemade so it should look like it.pizza cutter used to cut out flat dumplings
Dust your dumplings with a bit more flour. The extra flour is all gonna help keep them from sticking but will also thicken your chicken broth some as well when you add them to the pot.homemade square dumplings cut from dough
Bring the chicken broth up to a boil. Add in your shredded chicken and stir. Begin adding dumplings one at a time so they don’t all stick together. Stir frequently while adding them.dropping homemade dumplings into boiling chicken broth in a large pot
Allow dumplings to cook for about 15-20 minutes. You should notice your broth starting to thicken (from the extra flour) and your dumplings may start to sink a little to the bottom because they are soaking up the broth. Take one out and taste test it. It shouldn’t have a doughy taste anymore.cooking dumplings in broth until thick
Mmm. Mmm. Mmm. Happiness in a bowl.
Old-Fashioned Flat Chicken and Dumplings (like Cracker Barrel)
 Enjoy!

OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS RECIPE

Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings is a super simple recipe. Flat and yummy strips of dough simmered in a yummy broth and tender chicken.

Originally published: April 2012
Updated and republished: May 2019

Old-Fashioned Chicken & Dumplings recipe from The Country Cook

OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings is a super simple recipe. Flat and yummy strips of dough simmered in a yummy broth and tender chicken.
5 from 83 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 348kcal
Author: Brandie @ The Country Cook

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
  • 2 quarts chicken broth
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp cold salted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Drizzle a little olive oil on the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks.
  • Pour 2 quarts of chicken stock or broth into a large pot and start warming it up on the stove top while you make the dumplings..
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Then add in cubed butter.
  • Combine using your fingers, fork or pastry cutter.
  • Pour in the milk. Mix it all together.
  • Dust your counter with a generous amount of flour. Place dumpling dough on the counter and dust it with more flour.
  • With a rolling pin, roll the dough out to about 1/4" thickness.
  • Be sure to add flour as necessary to keep it from sticking underneath or to your rolling pin.
  • Using a knife or a pizza cutter, start cutting out your dumplings into squares.
  • Dust dumplings with a bit more flour. The extra flour is all gonna help keep them from sticking but will also thicken your chicken broth some as well when you add them to the pot.
  • Bring chicken broth up to a boil. Add in shredded chicken and stir.
  • Begin adding dumplings one at a time so they don't all stick together. Stir frequently while adding them.
  • Allow dumplings to cook for about 15-20 minutes. You should notice your broth starting to thicken (from the extra flour) and your dumplings may start to sink a little to the bottom because they are soaking up the broth. Take one out and taste test it. It shouldn't have a doughy taste anymore.

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Nutrition

Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 1246mg | Potassium: 499mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 3.1mg
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Comments

  1. Erykah says

    October 28, 2019 at 3:14 pm

    What are the ratios/measurements for flour and butter and whatnot?

    Reply
  2. Sarah says

    November 3, 2019 at 1:32 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe super easy and I started adding celery onions and carrots to the broth and it’s even better! My family loves this one for sure!

    Reply
    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      November 4, 2019 at 9:11 am

      Perfect additions, Sarah!! Thank you so very much for coming back to leave a comment!!

      Reply
  3. Mariam says

    November 11, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    5 stars
    I’m far from home but this takes me back! Thank you!!!

    Reply
  4. Shivon Conely says

    November 16, 2019 at 6:35 pm

    5 stars
    My favorite meal!

    Reply
  5. Yatez C says

    November 16, 2019 at 7:14 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this tonight and it was delicious to me and my family

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    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      November 19, 2019 at 4:41 pm

      I love hearing that! Thank you so very much!

      Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    November 24, 2019 at 8:28 pm

    5 stars
    Made it with gluten free flour and it was perfect! Thanks!!

    Reply
  7. Dink says

    November 27, 2019 at 10:43 am

    5 stars
    I add Tony Chachere seasoning to my flour mixture to season my dumplings….. my family loves this meal. I usually make a double recipe.

    Reply
    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      November 27, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      Love that!! Sounds incredible!! Thank you!

      Reply
  8. Jay Bone says

    November 28, 2019 at 2:40 pm

    5 stars
    I love Chicken and Dumplings. It seems my Mom always made the best. This recipe is spot on. The dumplings are perfect. Thanks Jay Bone.

    Reply
    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      November 30, 2019 at 8:11 pm

      Thank you so very much Jay!!

      Reply
  9. Annette Galloway says

    December 7, 2019 at 3:18 pm

    5 stars
    I boiled a somewhat large chicken so I used what I thought was the right amount. My husband had just bought some sea salt with basil and thyme and we added this to broth.

    Excellent recipe! .

    Used corn starch as a thickener .

    Reply
    • Brandie @ The Country Cook says

      December 8, 2019 at 11:19 am

      That sea salt sounds amazing!! Thanks so much Annette!

      Reply
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