Amish Chicken & Dumplings
Ingredients
- ***For the noodle dough:***
- 3 cups flour
plus more for dusting a work surface
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- water
as needed
- ***For the broth:***
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 stalks celery
thinly sliced
- 2 cups sweet peas
- 1 carrot
peeled, diced
- 4 potatoes
peeled, diced
- 1 medium white onion
diced
- 2 teaspoons parsley
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken
chopped
- to tastesalt
- to tastepepper
Directions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, the eggs, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, mixing it together.
- 2
Add small amounts of water to the flour mixture until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
- 3
Flour a countertop, then roll out the dough until it is 1/2-inch thick.
- 4
Cut the dough into 1 1/2-inch squares.
- 5
In a stockpot, add the broth, the celery, the peas, the carrots, the potatoes, the onion, and the parsley.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- 7
Add the noodles one at a time to prevent sticking.
- 8
Reduce the mixture to a simmer, and let the noodles cook until tender, about 25 minutes.
- 9
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and the water until smooth.
- 10
Stir the cornstarch mixture into the soup.
- 11
Continue to simmer and stir occasionally until the mixture has thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- 12
Once thickened, stir in the chicken.
- 13
Season to taste with the salt and the pepper.
- 14
Serve.
Amish Chicken & Dumplings
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate in comforting, homemade meals? This Amish Chicken & Dumplings recipe delivers a deeply satisfying hug in a bowl, perfect for warming you from the inside out. It's a taste of classic Pennsylvania Dutch tradition that feels both hearty and familiar.
What makes this recipe truly special is its incredible balance of textures and flavors. You'll love how the thick, savory broth cocoons tender pieces of chicken and a medley of soft vegetables. But the real stars are the dumplings, designed to absorb every ounce of that delicious broth, becoming wonderfully tender and flavorful with each bite. This isn't just chicken soup; it's an experience that leaves ordinary versions in its dust.
Prepare for a hearty and richly satisfying meal. You'll find a thick, savory broth brimming with juicy, tender chicken and comforting vegetables like diced potatoes, sweet carrots, and peas. The dumplings, made from a simple yet robust dough, are perfectly soft and melt-in-your-mouth, ensuring every spoonful is packed with flavor. This dish offers pure, unadulterated comfort food that feels like it took all day to make, even though the prep and cook times are manageable for a cozy evening.
Customization & Serving Tips
This recipe is incredibly versatile. While rotisserie chicken offers a convenient shortcut, you can easily use any leftover cooked chicken you have on hand. Feel free to adjust the salt and pepper in the broth to your personal preference, ensuring it's seasoned exactly how you like it. For the vegetables, you can always add a bit more celery or carrot if you desire, or swap diced sweet potatoes for white potatoes to introduce a subtle sweetness.
Amish Chicken & Dumplings is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly evening. Serve it as a standalone entrée, or complement its richness with a simple side salad and a slice of crusty bread for dipping.