By eatmundo · July 5, 2026
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A quintessential American comfort food, this hearty dish features tender chicken and soft, pillowy dumplings simmered in a rich, savory broth. It's a warm, soulful meal that brings a taste of home-cooked tradition to any table, perfect for a chilly evening.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Classic Southern Chicken and Dumplings from another cuisine is Traditional Scottish Mince and Tatties (United Kingdom): the two share 53% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
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In a large pot, combine 6 cups chicken broth, 400 g cooked shredded chicken, 1 cup sliced carrots, 1 cup diced celery, and 1 large onion, diced. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
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In a separate bowl, prepare the dumplings: whisk together 190 g all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in 55 g cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add 180 ml milk to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined to form a soft dough. Do not overmix.
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Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough directly into the simmering broth. Ensure not to overcrowd the pot.
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Cover the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy. Avoid lifting the lid too often.
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Season the stew with salt to taste, 1 g black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicken and Dumplings?
Chicken and dumplings is a savory stew originating from the Southern United States. It consists of chicken, vegetables like carrots and onions, and flour-based dough dumplings simmered in a savory chicken broth, typically served as a hearty comfort meal.
What type of chicken is best for Classic Southern Chicken and Dumplings?
This recipe uses 400 g of already cooked, shredded chicken, such as leftover roast chicken or a store-bought rotisserie chicken. Thigh meat stays especially juicy, but breast meat or a mix of both works well too.
How can I prevent the dumplings from becoming gummy or falling apart in this dish?
Avoid overmixing the dumpling dough to keep them tender; a light touch is key. Drop them into gently simmering, not aggressively boiling, broth and do not overcrowd the pot to ensure even cooking and prevent disintegration.
What's the best way to ensure a rich and deeply flavorful broth for Southern Chicken and Dumplings?
Use a good-quality chicken broth and let the carrots, celery and onion simmer in it with the cooked chicken until the vegetables soften before you add the dumplings. Seasoning at the end with salt, black pepper and dried thyme rounds out the flavor.
What kind of flour is best for the dumplings, and how much is needed?
All-purpose flour is best. This recipe uses 190 g, mixed with baking powder, salt, cold butter and milk to make soft, fluffy dumplings. No roux is needed: the starch released from the dumplings lightly thickens the broth as they cook.
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