Chicken N Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   For Dumplings:.
2. 2
   Mix flour, baking powder, salt and pepper together.
3. 3
   Mix shortening in flour with fingers until well mixed.
4. 4
   Add the beaten egg and milk.
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   Stir until it forms a soft dough.
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   On a floured surface, knead the dough for about a minute until smooth.
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   Cut in half.
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   On a floured surface, roll each half as thin as you wish.
9. 9
   Cut with a about 1 inch wide.
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    Cut the dough again into 2 inch pieces.
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    Let dry for 30 minutes to 8 hours.
12. 12
    I like 3 hours.
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    For Chicken:.
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    Put chicken breast in a stock pot.
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    Add chicken broth.
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    Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 30 - 40 minutes, until done.
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    Remove chicken and set aside.
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    Dice the chicken once its warm enough to handle.
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    To broth, add parsley and bring broth to a boil.
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    Add dumplings one at a time.
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    Cover and simmer 10 minutes.
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    After 10 minutes add chicken.
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    Cook a little longer to thicken and it will also continue to thicken a little as they cool.
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    Remove them from heat once it is at the desired thickness.