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Old-Fashioned Southern Chicken and Dumplings

Simple and Authentic, Southern Style Recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Servings6
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken cleaned
  • 1-2 cloves garlic
  • 1 onion
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Water or chicken broth enough to cover the chicken
  • Optional: 1 bay leaf or a pinch of thyme

Instructions

  • Cook the Chicken: Place the whole chicken, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and optional herbs into a large pot or slow cooker. Pour in enough water or broth to fully cover the chicken.
  • Simmer: Cook until the chicken is fork-tender. If using a slow cooker, cook on low for about 4-6 hours.
  • Debone Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot and carefully debone it. Set aside.
  • Cook Dumplings: Bring the broth to a gentle boil and drop in the flat dumplings. Cook until the dumplings are tender.
  • Return Chicken: Add the deboned chicken back to the pot and simmer for an additional 10–20 minutes.
  • Season: Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.