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Chicken and Southern Flat Dumplings

Cultural Context

Chicken and dumplings is a classic Southern dish in the United States, often enjoyed as comfort food. It combines tender chicken with hearty dumplings in a savory broth, reflecting the region's culinary traditions of using simple, wholesome ingredients to create satisfying meals. This dish is commonly served during family gatherings and is especially popular in colder months, though it can be enjoyed year-round.

SouthernUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 rotisserie chicken
4 cups chicken broth
1 22 oz can of cream of chicken soup
1 16 oz can of biscuits
3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
2 stalks of celery
1 cup onion
2 cloves of garlic
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken is lower in fat; chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

1

Using medium heat, bring a large pot or Dutch oven to temperature.

2

Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the pot.

3

Add 1 cup of chopped onion and 2 stalks of chopped celery, and sauté for 5 minutes.

4

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and continue to sauté for an additional minute.

5

Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and mix until the flour is golden brown.

6

Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth.

7

Add 1 can (22 oz) of cream of chicken soup and mix until well combined.

8

Bring the liquid to a light simmer.

9

Add the rotisserie chicken, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Mix well.

10

Cover and allow it to cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

11

After 10 minutes, remove the lid and add 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots and 1 can (16 oz) of biscuits.

12

Cover and allow it to cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potDutch oven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Chicken and DumplingsSouthern Dumplings

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