Chicken and Dumplings with Vegetables

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds)
• 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 60-75 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the chicken on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper to the pot. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
3. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Return the chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the pot and let cool slightly. Shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the milk to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering soup. Do not overcrowd the pot.
8. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and hearty
• Savory and flavorful
• Perfect for a cold winter night

User Comments:

• "This is the best chicken and dumplings I've ever had! The dumplings are so fluffy and the soup is so flavorful."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can always count on it for a delicious and satisfying meal."
• "This dish is always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken too."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the chicken through before adding it to the soup.
• If the dumplings are too thick, they will not cook through.
• Do not overcrowd the pot when adding the dumplings. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.