Ingredients and Weight: - 1 (4-pound) whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces - 3 cups chicken broth - 2 cups water - 1 (16-ounce) package frozen peas and carrots - 1 (10.75-ounce) can cream of chicken soup - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - 3 tablespoons butter, melted - 1/2 cup milk
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Place the chicken pieces in a large Dutch oven or pot. 2. Add the chicken broth, water, peas and carrots, and cream of chicken soup. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. 4. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. 5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper. 6. Gradually add the melted butter to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms. 7. Add the milk and stir until the dough is smooth. 8. Drop the dough by tablespoons onto the surface of the boiling liquid. 9. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through. 10. Shred the chicken and return it to the pot with the dumplings. 11. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Protein: 25 grams per serving - Fat: 10 grams per serving - Carbohydrates: 30 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics: - Comforting and flavorful - Tender chicken and fluffy dumplings - Packed with vegetables for a balanced meal
User Comments: - "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The dumplings are so light and fluffy." - "This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting." - "I added some fresh chopped parsley to the dumplings for extra flavor." - "I served this with mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family." - "This recipe is a keeper. It's one of my go-to comfort foods."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Do not overcook the dumplings, or they will become tough. - If the dumplings are too thick, add a little more milk to the dough. - If the dumplings are too thin, add a little more flour to the dough.