Chicken and dumplings is the one dish that everyone in the family will eat. It is delicious, comforting, and when prepared my way, guilt free.
To begin, get a large sauce pan heating over medium heat with some olive oil. To this add some diced yellow onion. I prefer Vadalia when available.
Stir occasionally and cook until they become translucent. Once this happens, add some celery for company.
Allow these to simmer for two or three minutes, then add some carrots, salt, pepper, bay leaf, and shredded chicken. I took the picture before putting in the chicken, but believe me, this is where you want to throw it in the pot.
**Note: On the topic of chicken, I use precooked shredded chicken that I make in the crock pot. A rotisserie chicken can be used, or just add chopped boneless breast at this point and sautée until chicken is fully cooked.**
