Delicious Bacon Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley