Old-Fashioned Chicken Dumplings

Description: Savor the comforting taste of homemade chicken dumplings, just like Granny used to make. This recipe brings a wholesome, hearty dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.

Prep Time: 45 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Inactive Time: 20 minutes (for cooling and deboning chicken) Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Servings: 15

Author: Ashton A.K.A. JustLikeGranny

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (hen recommended)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup hot water

• Self-rising flour, sifted (as needed)

• 1 ½ gallons of chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken in a large pot, season with salt and pepper, and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the chicken is tender and falls off the bone, about 1 hour.

2. Remove the chicken, let it cool, then debone. Strain the broth and reserve 1 ½ gallons.

3. To make dumplings: In a large bowl, mix 1 cup hot water with enough self-rising flour to make a stiff, non-sticky dough, similar to biscuit dough.

4. On a waxed paper-covered surface, sprinkle some flour. Pinch off dough about the size of two biscuits, and roll out until very thin. Cut into 1 ½ x 2 ½-inch strips.

5. Bring the chicken broth to a slow boil. Drop the dumpling strips into the broth. Cook slowly for about 5 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through.

6. Once the dumplings are done, add the deboned chicken back into the pot. Heat through and serve.

Notes:

• For a richer broth, simmer the chicken with onions, carrots, and celery.

• Dumpling dough can be made ahead and frozen with waxed paper between layers for convenience.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 250 Protein: 19 Carbohydrates: 18g Fat: 10g Cholesterol: 60g Sodium: 410mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 1g