Here’s a complete guide to Chicken and Dumplings, including nutrition estimates, macros, and a classic recipe outline.
Chicken and Dumplings – Overview 🍲
Chicken and Dumplings is a classic comfort food dish featuring:
- Chicken pieces (breast, thigh, or a mix)
- Soft, doughy dumplings
- Vegetables (carrots, celery, onions)
- Rich, creamy broth or stock
It’s high in protein and carbs, very hearty, and perfect for a cozy meal.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving (~1 cup, including 2–3 dumplings)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 300–400 kcal |
| Protein | 20–25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25–30 g |
| └ Fiber | 2–3 g |
| └ Sugars | 2–3 g |
| Fat | 12–18 g |
| └ Saturated Fat | 5–7 g |
| Sodium | 500–700 mg (varies with stock and seasoning) |
Macro Breakdown (approx.):
- Protein: 25–30%
- Carbs: 25–30%
- Fat: 35–40%
Using skinless chicken and less butter/milk reduces fat and calories.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
Chicken & Broth
- 1½–2 lb chicken (breast, thighs, or mix), skin removed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp butter or oil
Dumplings
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter, cold
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Cook the chicken:
- In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in butter until softened.
- Add chicken and broth, simmer 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to pot.
- Prepare dumplings:
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk to form soft dough.
- Cook dumplings:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto simmering chicken and broth.
- Cover pot and simmer 15–20 minutes without lifting lid, until dumplings are cooked through.
- Finish & serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, optionally with parsley garnish.
Tips & Variations
- 🥦 Add vegetables: Peas or green beans in the last 5 minutes
- ⚖️ Lower-fat: Use skinless chicken and low-fat milk
- 🥣 Thicker broth: Stir 1 tbsp flour or cornstarch into broth before adding dumplings
- 🌿 Herbs: Thyme, parsley, or dill enhance flavor
If you want, I can:
- 🧮 Calculate exact nutrition for your homemade batch
- 🍗 Make a high-protein, lighter version
- 💡 Suggest side dishes that pair well
Do you want me to make a lighter, high-protein chicken and dumplings version?