Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
A comforting and hearty recipe for Cracker Barrel-style chicken and dumplings that is perfect for a cozy family meal. Tender chicken simmered in a flavorful broth with soft, doughy dumplings, this dish is sure to warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 19 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Diabetic
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup diced carrots, celery, and onion
- Freshly cracked pepper and sea salt, to taste
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins, thawed
- 5 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules, divided (or you can use chicken base)
- 4 ½ cups water, divided
For the Dumplings:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream, optional
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a saucepan, saute vegetables in butter. Add seasonings, chicken, bouillon, and water. Simmer until chicken is cooked.
- Make the Dumplings: Combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and buttermilk. Roll out dough, cut into squares, and set aside.
- Finish the Dish: Strain vegetables, add water, bouillon, and pepper to broth. Boil, then add dumplings. Simmer until cooked. Add chicken back in, stir, and finish with cream.
Notes
- Store leftovers refrigerated for 3-4 days.
- Simmering chicken with veggies enhances flavor.
- Pre-cooked chicken can be used for a quicker meal.
- Thin dumplings cook faster, so adjust cook time.
- Dust dumplings heavily with flour to prevent sticking.
- Avoid overworking the dough for tender dumplings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
