Favorite Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken Preparation:

1 4 lb broiler or roasting chicken

2 quarts water or chicken broth

1 teaspoon bouillon powder

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

1 onion, whole

1 bay leaf (optional)

2-3 cloves garlic, crushed

pinch of black pepper

1/2 lb baby carrots

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