SHAWN'S CRACKER BARREL STYLE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
This is my version of the creamy style chicken and dumplings that are so good at that great southern cooking restaurant Cracker Barrell this is old fashioned and sure to stick to your ribs. Warms your heart any time of year.optional: instead of making the dumplings yourself you can use a box of Anne's flat dumplings from the freezer section of the grocery store
Provided by Shawn C
Categories Stew
Time 1h50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- boil chicken at a low boil in very large dutch oven with celery, onion, and garlic. season with salt and pepper, add chicken bouillon.
- let chicken low boil for about 1 hour.
- remove all chicken, celery, onion, and garlic from pot- let cool until you can work with the chicken. debone chicken and shred a little with hands. discard celery, onion and garlic.
- in bowl mix dumpling ingredients well and turn onto a floured surface. knead 5-6 times and divide into 2 parts.
- roll out one section into 1/8" thickness and cut into 1" squaresrepeat with other section.
- in large pot boil water with 3 bouillon cubes.
- cook about half of the dumplins unitl just about cooked through remove, strain and set aside. repeat until all are done.
- in sauce pot melt butter add salt and flour and whisk together. once incorporated increase heat to medium high.
- add milk and whisk until smooth, whisk in chicken base unitl disolved into mixture reduce heat to a low simmer.
- add the 1/2 cup of cooking water (either the dumpling liquid or the chicken water) simmer whisking to make sure there are no lumps. remove from heat.
- bring chicken water to a boil, return chicken to the pot and add dumplings.
- scoop out one ladel of sauce and add to chicken pot stirring constantly. continue to add ladel at a time until the desired thickness you like is achieved.
- taste for seasoning. serve in deep bowls!
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Joseph Sephiri
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken and dumplings, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!
Dorothy Williams
[email protected]This is the best chicken and dumplings recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.
Madhav Gahatraj
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Sa Dev
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to make chicken and dumplings.
Zaytun Noor
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any chicken and dumplings lover.
Janneh Fanta
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy a classic comfort food.
McKayla Hair
[email protected]This is my favorite chicken and dumplings recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Asif Shah Shah
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Arrow Campbell
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken and dumplings were cooked to perfection and the broth was flavorful and rich.
Janzillaz Lauderdale
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.
Messi Minhaz
[email protected]This is the best chicken and dumplings recipe I've ever tried. The dumplings were so light and fluffy, and the chicken was fall-apart tender. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Md Shamsujuha
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The chicken was so tender and the dumplings were fluffy and light.
Md Syham
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's now my go-to chicken and dumplings recipe. The dumplings are so light and fluffy, and the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender.
Molly Swapp
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken and dumplings were amazing. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the dumplings were perfectly cooked.
Donna Yossry
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dumplings were fluffy and light. I will definitely be making this again.
Shila Jahan
[email protected]I've tried many chicken and dumplings recipes over the years, but this one is definitely the best. The dumplings were light and fluffy, and the chicken was perfectly cooked.
Lwanda Magudulela
[email protected]OMG! This recipe is a total game-changer! The chicken and dumplings were melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the broth was so flavorful. My family absolutely devoured it.