Chicken and Dumplings

1 large broiler-fryer chicken , cut up
2 celery ribs , sliced
4 carrots , peeled and sliced
1 medium onion , diced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2-1 teaspoon pepper
water

DUMPLINGS
2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
4 tablespoons oil


1. Combine chicken, celery, carrots, onion, chicken broth, parsley, chicken bouillon granules, salt and pepper in a large pan or dutch oven; add enough water to cover chicken.

2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 hours or until chicken is done.

3. Remove chicken and let stand until cool enough to handle.

4. Remove skin from chicken and tear meat away from bones.

5. Return meat to soup; discard skin and bones.

6. Add more salt and pepper to taste, if desired.

7. Return soup to a simmer.

8. In a mixing bowl, combine dumpling ingredients and mix well to form a stiff dough.

9. Drop by tablespoonfuls into simmering soup.

10. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

11. Serve immediately.
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Yield: 4 to 6 servings.
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*SOUTHERN STYLE DUMPLINGS (heavier and chewier) 2 cups flour, 1 cup chicken broth, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 beaten eggs. Combine flour, broth, baking powder and eggs; mix well to form a stiff batter. Drop by tablespoonfuls into simmering soup. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.


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