Directions

1. Simmer chicken with water or stock, onion, celery, carrot, salt, and pepper until tender.
2. Remove chicken, strain broth, and return broth to the pot.
3. Shred chicken and discard bones and skin.
4. Mix flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
5. Cut in shortening or butter, then stir in buttermilk to make a soft dough.
6. Roll and cut into strips, or drop spoonfuls for fluffy dumplings.
7. Simmer dumplings in broth until cooked through.
8. Return chicken to the pot and adjust seasoning.
9. Serve hot with parsley if desired.