For richer flavor, brown the chicken in the pot before adding the vegetables and broth. If you don't have rendered chicken fat, melted butter or even vegetable shortening will work well in the dumplings. For a lighter dumpling, use milk instead of water. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Old-Fashioned Chicken And Slick Dumplings
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING5 People
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A soul-satisfying classic that brings the warmth of Southern comfort to your table. Tender chicken simmered with sweet and savory root vegetables, crowned with silky, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate83 g
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Cholesterol252 mg
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Fiber9 g
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Protein83 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium661 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat51 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine the chicken, carrots, sweet potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, onion, chicken broth, salt, pepper, bay leaf, celery, and cayenne pepper (if using). (5 minutes)
02
Step
30 mins
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender but not mushy. (30 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
While the chicken and vegetables are simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. (5 minutes)
04
Step
3 mins
Cut in the chicken fat (or melted butter) using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (3 minutes)
05
Step
2 mins
Gradually add the ice water, mixing lightly with a fork, until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. (2 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. (2 minutes)
07
Step
3 mins
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1-inch squares or diamonds. (3 minutes)
08
Step
2 mins
Remove the bay leaf from the chicken mixture. Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. (2 minutes)
09
Step
5 mins
Drop the dumplings, one at a time, into the simmering chicken mixture. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot. (5 minutes)
10
Step
20 mins
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and puffed up. (20 minutes)
11
Step
0 mins
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
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Kelley Crona
Jun 29, 2025This is exactly how my grandmother used to make it. Thank you for sharing!
Tristian Stokes
Mar 30, 2025This recipe is a game changer! My family devoured it.
Donald Moore
Feb 1, 2025The dumplings were so light and fluffy. Will definitely make this again!
Emilia Herman
Jan 31, 2025Next time, I'll double the recipe because everyone wanted seconds!
Baby Brakus
Dec 16, 2024I added a little thyme and rosemary to the broth. It was delicious!
Alejandrin Murphy
Dec 10, 2024The step-by-step instructions were so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me.
Genoveva Bednar
Dec 4, 2024I used vegetable shortening for the dumplings and they turned out great.
Hildegard Dibbert
Jul 4, 2024I found that using chicken broth instead of water really enhanced the flavor.