Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients:

• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 box (32 oz) chicken broth
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Optional: 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, celery)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a large pot, add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
   • Add the chicken breasts to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
   • Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
2. Make the Soup Base:
   • Add the can of cream of chicken soup to the broth. Stir until well combined.
   • If you’re adding mixed vegetables, add them now. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Prepare the Dumplings:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Stir in the milk and vegetable oil until the mixture forms a dough.
   • Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering soup. Be sure to drop the dough all over the surface to make small dumplings.
4. Cook the Dumplings:
   • Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid while the dumplings are cooking to ensure they cook properly.
5. Combine and Serve:
   • Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir gently to combine.
   • Let everything heat through for a few more minutes.
6. Enjoy:
   • Serve hot and enjoy your comforting Chicken and Dumplings!