Description

Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken with fluffy dumplings in a rich, savory broth. This heartwarming dish evokes nostalgia with every bite, making it perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for gatherings, this recipe invites you to customize it with your favorite veggies for added flavor and nutrition. Get ready to serve a bowl of warmth that will delight everyone at your table!

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups dumpling mix (store-bought or homemade)
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup diced onions (about 1 medium onion)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup whole milk or buttermilk

Instructions

In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a gentle simmer. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Add the seasoned chicken to the simmering broth and cook for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté diced onions until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
In a separate bowl, mix dumpling ingredients: combine flour, baking powder, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
Return shredded chicken to the pot along with any juices and stir well. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling mixture into the simmering broth and cover for about 15 minutes until puffed up.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition. Swap herbs to match personal taste. For fluffier dumplings, avoid overmixing; just combine until wet.