BEST Chicken and Dumplings

BEST Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food – tender, juicy chicken simmered in a savory broth with fluffy, pillowy dumplings. This cozy classic is rich in flavor and easy to make, perfect for cold nights or when you’re craving a satisfying, homemade meal.

BEST Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Ingredients
For the Soup
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 carrots, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works well)
1 tsp salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp parsley (fresh or dried)
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional, for extra creaminess)
For the Dumplings
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for extra flavor)

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