Ingredients and Weight: - 1 whole chicken (3-4 pounds) - 1 yellow onion (1 pound) - 3 celery stalks (1 pound) - 3 carrots (1 pound) - 6 cups chicken broth - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1 cup whole milk - 1 tablespoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Difficulty Level: 3
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. 2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, celery, and carrots until softened. 3. Add the chicken and chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil. 4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through. 5. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. 6. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, baking powder, salt, and pepper. 7. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering chicken broth. 8. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through. 9. Shred the chicken and serve it over the dumplings.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Fat: 15 grams - Protein: 30 grams - Carbohydrates: 25 grams - Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Comforting and hearty - Savory and flavorful - Versatile and can be customized with different vegetables
User Comments: - "This was the best chicken and dumplings I've ever had! The dumplings were so light and fluffy." - "I loved the flavor of the chicken broth and vegetables." - "This is a great dish for a cold winter night."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent burning. - Don't overcook the chicken, as it will become tough. - Cook the dumplings until they are just cooked through, or they will become rubbery.