The first pot I made I think maybe had too much flour, but I was trying to thicken it...lol
Im seeing a mixture of flour, baking power and buttermilk for springiness for dumplings
hmmm....I didn't know baking powder and buttermilk was part of it....my last pot wasn't bad....I only do it maybe once a month....
Any herb in your dumplings?
No, just salt and pepper, since I don't make my own dumplings and have tried various biscuits I found that grands southern style work good and doesn't taste too "biscuity".
Ah that sounds good, is there anything else you like to make?
Chili....I'm pretty good at that one...I hear they will hang you in Texas if your chili has beans in it...just a little joke. 
haha. I thought chili was supposed to have beans
Not in Texas...they take it pretty serious and have contests in some places. But all kidding aside, Chili is one of those things that can have alterations in style and taste and still be good.
That is really interesting, I hope you are able to perfect you chicken and dumplings!
I thank you for that, I about have it now, so close :) ...I enjoyed the chat and advice and hope you have a fine day!