Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

self-rising flour

sifted

1.5 cup

ice water

cold

3 unit

low sodium chicken broth

canned

3 unit

chicken breast halves

split

2 cup

long-grain white rice

uncooked

2 tbsp

ground pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~7 min

In a large pot, combine chicken breasts, low-sodium chicken broth, and water. Bring to a boil.

Step 2
~7 min

While the chicken is boiling, prepare your dumpling dough. Lay out a large sheet of wax paper.

Step 3
~7 min

In a mixing bowl, sift self-rising flour.

Step 4
~7 min

Gradually add ice water to the flour, mixing until a dough ball forms. Add more flour if needed to prevent sticking.

Step 5
~7 min

Dust wax paper with flour if the dough is still sticky.

Step 6
~7 min

Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough to your desired thickness for dumplings. Thinner is traditional.

Step 7
~7 min

Cut the rolled-out dough into small or medium squares using a knife or pizza cutter.

Step 8
~7 min

Check on the chicken. Once the meat easily separates from the bone, remove the chicken from the pot.

Step 9
~7 min

Shred or cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 10
~7 min

Ensure the broth is boiling. Slowly drop the dumpling squares into the boiling broth with the chicken, making sure they don't stick together.

Step 11
~7 min

Season the dumplings with ground pepper to your liking.

Step 12
~7 min

While the dumplings are cooking, prepare long-grain white rice separately using low-sodium chicken broth instead of water according to package directions.

Step 13
~7 min

Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, accompanied by a side of rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a bay leaf to the broth while the chicken is boiling.

You can use pre-made dumpling dough to save time.

Add vegetables like carrots and celery to the broth for added nutrients and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dumplings can be made ahead and refrigerated for a few hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of green beans or collard greens.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A staple in Southern cuisine, often served at family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Family Reunions

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Holidays

Popularity Score

75/100

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