Description
Indulge in a heartwarming bowl of Chicken and Dumplings Zesty, where tender chicken meets fluffy dumplings in a savory broth. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly nights, filling your home with delightful aromas. With fresh herbs and a hint of garlic, each bite is a flavorful experience that will leave everyone at the table craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped chicken in a splash of oil until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for about five minutes until slightly softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, milk, salt, and chopped herbs to form a smooth dumpling dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth. Cover tightly and let cook undisturbed for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Serve hot in bowls and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg