1. In a large saucepan, combine 2 1/2 cups of broth, mixed vegetables, onions, basil, garlic powder, and pepper.

2. Bring to boil.

3. Combine remaining 1 cup broth and flour; stir into saucepan.

4. Stir in chicken; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.

5. Making dumpling batter, below.

6. Drop dumpling mixture by tablespoon into bubbling stew to make 4-8 mounds.

7. Cover; simmer on low 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into dumplings comes out clean.

Dumplings:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, parsley, baking powder, and basil.

2. Combine milk and oil; pour into flour mixture and stir with a fork until combined.