CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS WITH GRAVY

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My family really loves this meal. It is often requested.-Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
2 to 2-1/4 quarts water
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced carrots
2 fresh parsley sprigs
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
DUMPLINGS:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg
1/3 cup 2% milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon canola oil
GRAVY:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, combine the first eight ingredients. Slowly bring to a boil over low heat. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until meat is tender, skimming the surface as foam rises., In a large bowl, combine the flour, parsley, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; stir in milk, egg and oil just until moistened. , Drop batter by tablespoonfuls onto simmering broth. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a dumpling comes out clean (do not lift the cover while simmering). Remove the dumplings and chicken with a slotted spoon to a serving dish; keep warm. , Strain broth, discarding vegetables and bay leaf; reserve 2 cups for gravy. (Remaining broth can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 4 to 6 months.) , Place reserved broth in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Combine the flour, water, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually stir into broth. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken and dumplings.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 209mg cholesterol, Sodium 1144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 54g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Chigbu Stanley
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken and dumplings are so elegant and the gravy is so rich.


Landon Parks
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the results are always amazing.


raianne_ babwah
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This is the best chicken and dumplings recipe I've ever tried. The dumplings are so light and fluffy, and the gravy is so flavorful.


Dauda Bangura
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


And y
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken and dumplings are delicious.


Tracy Efeoge
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the dumplings were light and fluffy.


Deus Selector Pro
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. The chicken and dumplings are so comforting and the gravy is perfect for dipping.


Rudrawanti Chaudhary
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I love this recipe! The dumplings are so soft and fluffy, and the gravy is so flavorful.


Mihidu srimal
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken and dumplings were cooked perfectly and the gravy was delicious.


Paul Haxby
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I've tried many chicken and dumplings recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were cooked to perfection.


WajidAli Taj
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This chicken and dumplings recipe is a keeper! The dumplings were so light and fluffy, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.