Achiote Chicken And Cilantro Dumplings Recipe

Name: Achiote Chicken And Cilantro Dumplings Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into cubes; Salt to taste; Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 1/4 c. Achiote paste; 1/4 c. Fresh-squeezed orange juice; 2 Tbsp. Butter; 2 x Carrots sliced; 2 x Celery stalks sliced; 2 x Jalapenos split lengthwise, seeded, sliced; 6 c. Chicken stock; 11/2 c. All-purpose flour; 1 Tbsp. Baking pwdr; 3/4 tsp Salt; 2 lrg Large eggs; 1/2 c. Lowfat milk (about 1/2 c.); 1 bn Cilantro leaves minced

Servings: persons

1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into cubes
Salt to taste
Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
1/4 c. Achiote paste
1/4 c. Fresh-squeezed orange juice
2 Tbsp. Butter
2 x Carrots sliced
2 x Celery stalks sliced
2 x Jalapenos split lengthwise, seeded, sliced
6 c. Chicken stock
11/2 c. All-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. Baking pwdr
3/4 tsp Salt
2 lrg Large eggs
1/2 c. Lowfat milk (about 1/2 c.)
1 bn Cilantro leaves minced

1
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
2
Place in medium bowl.
3
Puree achiote paste with orange juice in blender.
4
Add in to chicken.
5
Toss to coat.
6
Set aside.
7
Heat butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
8
Add in carrots and celery and saute/fry 5 min.
9
Add in chicken and jalapeno and saute/fry 3 to 5 min.
10
Gradually whisk in stock.
11
Simmer till slightly thickened.
12
Combine flour, baking pwdr and salt in large bowl.
13
Whisk Large eggs in glass measuring c.. Add in sufficient lowfat milk to measure 3/4 c.. Add in minced cilantro.
14
Whisk to blend.
15
Add in to dry ingredients and stir till blended.
16
Drop dumpling mix by rounded tablespoonfuls into bowl of iced-water.
17
Using slotted spoon, transfer to chicken mix.
18
Add in sufficient dumplings to cover top of stew.
19
Cover and simmer till dumplings are hard to touch, turning occasionally, about 12 min.
20
Ladle chicken and dumplings into bowls.
21
This recipe yields 4 servings.

2164

kcal

Calories

Fat

262

Carbs

189

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into cubes, Salt to taste, Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste, 1/4 c. Achiote paste, and more.

Yes, Achiote Chicken And Cilantro Dumplings Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!