Timesaver Tuesday - Chicken N' Dumplings

I am launching a new segment on my blog called Timesaver Tuesday. It will feature cooking shortcuts and quick recipes. Yes I know today is Thursday but I just came up with the idea and Thursday just isn't as catchy.

Tonights recipe is a down home classic that can be time consuming. With this recipe, you don't have to spend your time simmering the chicken and vegetables to make a broth. You will have dinner on the table in no time. Enjoy!

Chicken N' Dumplings

Serves 4

Dumplings

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk

Mix dumpling ingredients well and set aside for 10 minutes. In the meantime, prepare the broth.

Chicken and broth

8 cups chicken flavored liquid (broth, stock, boullion or a combination)
2 whole bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery powder
salt and pepper to taste

1 store bought rotisserie chicken (garlic and herb, savory or traditional)

In a large pot bring liquid, bay leaves, onion power, celery powder, salt and pepper to a boil. Reduce to medium and simmer. Shred chicken (I only use the breasts) and set aside.

Roll dough onto a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 1/2 inch pieces and drop into broth one at a time. They will sink to the bottom and then rise to the top. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add shredded chicken and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or a little longer if you desire a thicker broth.