Loretta Lynn's Chicken and Dumplins | Recipe Goldmine Recipes

Step 1

Chicken: In a large pot boil the hen with the garlic in water for two hours. Addadditional water as needed.

Step 2

Drain the hen, reserving the broth. Cut into pieces and discard thebones.

Step 3

Dumplins: In a large bowl, sift together the flour and salt.Gradually add the water. Stir in the egg. Knead the dough thoroughly androll out onto a floured surface.

Step 4

Cut the dough into strips. Bring the chicken broth to a boil and dropthe dough into the boiling broth. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cream and chicken pieces and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes longer.

Step 6

Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken, if needed.*