Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings

Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings | March 15, 2025

Unveil the comforting embrace of home cooking with our take on Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings. Dive into tender chicken pieces immersed in a thick, hearty broth, adorned with fluffy, homemade dumplings. Truly, a spoonful of nostalgia!
Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings
Let me take you on a trip down memory lane. The first time I ever ventured into a Cracker Barrel was on a family road trip. The ambiance had us charmed, and the menu? Oh boy, it was a joy! My father, a staunch chicken lover, ordered the Chicken and Dumplings. One spoonful, and his eyes twinkled with delight. It became an unspoken tradition; every road trip had a pit stop at Cracker Barrel for those delectable dumplings. Fast forward a few years, and nostalgia hit hard. But instead of jumping in the car, I decided to bring Cracker Barrel into my kitchen. After a plethora of failed attempts, tweaks, and a flour-streaked kitchen, behold! The Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings recipe was born, bringing the same comfort and warmth of those treasured family road trips.
Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
High-quality chicken broth 6 cups
Celery ribs (halved) 2
Medium-sized onion (chunked) 1/2
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved) 1 lb
All-purpose flour 3 cups
Baking powder 1 tablespoon
Salt 1 1/4 teaspoons
Milk 1 cup + 2 tablespoons
Salt and freshly ground black pepper Adjust to taste
Directions