Description
Enjoy the comforting flavors of Cracker Barrel’s famous Chicken and Dumplings with this homemade recipe. Tender chicken and soft dumplings come together in a rich, flavorful broth that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups high-quality chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the chicken breasts, reduce the heat, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the broth and set aside to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut the dough into strips or squares, depending on your preference.
- Bring the broth back to a gentle boil. Drop the dumpling pieces into the broth one at a time, stirring gently to prevent sticking.
- After all the dumplings are added, reduce the heat and let them simmer until they are cooked through and tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to heat through for a few minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating diced carrots, celery, or onions into the broth during the initial simmering stage. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings, chicken and dumplings, Southern comfort food