Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

cooked chicken

deboned

1 l

chicken broth

saved

3 cup

flour

2 tbsp

Crisco

1 cup

cold water

1 dash

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

4.5 unit

chicken flavor packets

dry

2.5 unit

potatoes

peeled, quartered

Step 1
~5 min

Cook chicken and save broth 1-2 days prior.

Step 2
~5 min

In a medium bowl, mix flour, Crisco, and cold water to form a dough ball.

Step 3
~5 min

Roll the dough out thinly.

Step 4
~5 min

Cut the dough into 2x2 inch wedges.

Step 5
~5 min

Allow the dough wedges to dry on wax paper for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Step 6
~5 min

Peel and quarter the potatoes.

Step 7
~5 min

Boil the potatoes in a separate pan for about 20 minutes, adding one packet of seasoning.

Step 8
~5 min

Remove fat from the chicken broth.

Step 9
~5 min

Place the broth in a large pan on low heat.

Step 10
~5 min

Bring the broth to a boil.

Step 11
~5 min

Add flavor packets and deboned chicken to the boiling broth.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 12
~5 min

Slowly place each dough wedge into the boiling broth.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 13
~5 min

Reduce heat to medium.

Step 14
~5 min

Pour the potatoes and remaining water into the broth.

Step 15
~5 min

Allow the potatoes to finish cooking with the dough.

Step 16
~5 min

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 17
~5 min

Cook for 20-25 minutes.

Step 18
~5 min

Serve hot with toast or rolls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add vegetables like carrots, peas, or celery for added flavor and nutrition.

Use pre-made pie crust for a quicker and easier version.

Make sure the broth is well-seasoned for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken can be cooked and deboned ahead of time.

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 salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

A classic American comfort food, often associated with family gatherings and holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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