There’s something deeply nostalgic and heartwarming about a steaming bowl of old-fashioned chicken and dumplings. It’s the kind of dish that brings back memories of Sunday dinners at Grandma’s house, where the aroma filled the kitchen and everyone gathered around the table for seconds.
Unlike trendy, over-complicated meals, this dish sticks to its roots — simple ingredients, slow cooking, and layers of homemade love. Whether you're craving classic comfort or trying it for the first time, this old-fashioned chicken and dumplings recipe will satisfy like nothing else.
🐔 What Makes It “Old-Fashioned”?
Old-fashioned chicken and dumplings is not a quick, shortcut meal — and that’s part of its charm. Traditionally made from scratch using a whole chicken, hand-rolled dumplings, and a slow-simmered broth, this dish delivers rich, layered flavor and a satisfying texture that modern versions often lack.
This recipe pays homage to that tradition, while offering a method that’s accessible for today’s home cooks.
📝 Ingredients:
For the Chicken and Broth:
1 whole chicken (3 to 4 lbs), cut into parts or bone-in thighs and breasts
8 cups water (or chicken broth)
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
For the Dumplings:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
3/4 cup whole milk (plus more if needed)
Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
🍲 How to Make Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings
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