Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Broth Base
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6 cups chicken broth
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2 celery ribs, halved
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1/2 medium onion, left whole
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved
→ Dumplings
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1 1/4 teaspoons salt
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1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
→ Seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine chicken broth, celery, onion, and chicken breasts in a large stockpot or Dutch oven.
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Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Cover partially and cook about 15 minutes until chicken is done.
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Mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until dough forms. Roll out on floured surface to 1/4 inch thick and cut into 1-2 inch rectangles.
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Remove cooked chicken, celery, and onion from pot. Discard vegetables and shred chicken.
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Drop dough pieces into simmering broth. Cook 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until dumplings are done and broth thickens.
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Return shredded chicken to pot. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
# Notes:
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Keep broth at a gentle simmer to prevent dumplings from breaking
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Don't overmix dumpling dough or they'll become tough