Cracker Barrel Dumplings (Print Version)
Soft dumplings and chicken in rich broth. This comforting dish is super simple to make at home.
# Ingredients:
→ Broth Base
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1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut in half
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2 ribs of celery, split in half
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6 cups of chicken stock
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Half of a medium-sized onion, kept whole
→ Dumplings
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1 cup and 2 tablespoons of milk
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3 cups plain flour
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1 and 1/4 teaspoons of salt
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1 tablespoon of baking powder
→ Seasoning
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A dash of black pepper and salt to your liking
# Steps:
01 -
Grab a big pot or Dutch oven. Add chicken stock, celery, onion, and the chicken pieces.
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Bring everything to a boil. Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer, cover partly, and cook for about 15 minutes until the chicken's done.
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In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Slowly stir milk into it until it turns into dough. Roll it out on a flour-dusted surface, about 1/4 inch thick. Slice into small rectangles, around 1-2 inches each.
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Scoop out the chicken, celery, and onion from the pot. Toss out the veggies and shred the cooked chicken.
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Toss the dough pieces into the hot broth. Let them cook gently for 20-30 minutes, stirring here and there, until they puff up and the broth starts getting thicker.
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Put the shredded chicken back in the pot. Sprinkle in salt and pepper. Serve while hot and enjoy!
# Helpful Notes:
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Keep the broth bubbling gently so the dumplings stay intact.
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Overworking the dough can make it chewy, so mix lightly.