Homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of Homemade Cracker Barrel-Style Chicken and Dumplings, a dish that evokes nostalgia and brings family together. This rendition features a rich, savory broth filled with tender chicken and fluffy dumplings. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this recipe is both simple to prepare and delightful to enjoy. With wholesome ingredients that nourish the body and soul, each bite delivers a sense of comfort that’s hard to resist. Whether you’re warming up on a chilly evening or celebrating with loved ones, this chicken and dumplings recipe is sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 celery ribs
- ½ medium onion
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, celery, onion, and chicken breasts. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until the dough forms a shaggy ball.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick; cut into strips or squares.
- Remove cooked chicken from the pot and discard celery and onion. Drop dumpling pieces into the simmering broth, cooking for 20–30 minutes until they are fluffy.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot; season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg