Better Than Cracker Barrel Chicken 'n Dumplings
Better Than Cracker Barrel Chicken 'n Dumplings is a hearty comfort meal.Tender chicken provides rich flavor and protein.Soft dumplings create a satisfying texture.The creamy broth makes it warm and comforting.Simple ingredients make it easy to prepare.Perfect for family meals and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken Base
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Dumplings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot Add onion and cook for 5 minutes Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth Add shredded chicken and seasonings Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt Add melted butter and milk Stir until dough forms.
- Roll dough thin Cut into small squares or strips.
- Drop dumplings into simmering broth Cook 15 minutes Stir occasionally.
- Add milk or cream if desired Simmer 5 minutes
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken saves time.
- Thin dumplings cook best.
- Fresh broth improves flavor.
- Stir gently to avoid breaking dumplings.
- Soup thickens as it cools.
- Add broth if too thick.
- Homemade dumplings taste best.
- Serve warm.