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Dolly Parton’s Chicken and Dumplings

A classic comfort food featuring tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and hearty vegetables in a savory broth, perfect for family gatherings and cozy meals.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole whole chicken Make sure it is Halal-certified.
  • 4 cups chicken broth
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 onion, diced onion, diced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer.
  2. Add the whole chicken, making sure it is fully submerged, and cook for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Making the Dumplings
  1. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dumplings by combining flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the butter and buttermilk, and mix until a dough forms.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes.
  2. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, discarding the bones and skin.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, diced carrots, celery, and onion back into the pot with the broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring it back to a simmer.
Cooking Dumplings
  1. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth.
  2. Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the dumplings are fluffy and fully cooked.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting embrace of this classic dish!

Notes

To elevate your cooking experience, consider these tips: Create your own buttermilk by mixing milk with vinegar, ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked, and avoid overworking the dumpling dough.