Chicken and Dumplings: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Twist
Enjoy a warm and hearty dish of Chicken and Dumplings with a unique twist of turkey bacon that adds a delightful flavor to this classic comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- Add chicken broth and shredded chicken to the pot, and bring to a simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering broth.
- Cover and cook for about 15 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
- Stir in the crispy turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add herbs such as thyme or parsley.
- Ensure not to overmix the dumpling batter for a lighter texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg