Bobbe'S Chicken And Dumplings (Sort Of) For A Crowd

Name: Bobbe'S Chicken And Dumplings (Sort Of) For A Crowd
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the chicken stew; 16 chicken thighs, skin removed; 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (bacon fat is a welcome substitute); Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 leeks, cleaned well, white and light green parts split in half lengthwise and sliced into half moons; 2 celery stalks, cleaned and sliced; 2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and then sliced; 2 yellow squash, quartered lengthwise and then sliced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cups frozen peas; 1 bay leaf; 1 Chile de arbol, pinched into small pieces; 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds; 2 Rosemary sprigs, leaves finely minced; 1 cup white wine or white vermouth; 2 quarts turkey or chicken stock - homemade is best; 6 sundried tomatoes, minced (optional); 1 Dumpling Recipe, below; 1/4 cup Italian parsley, minced; For the dumplings; 4 cups Bisquick; 1 1/3 cups milk; 2 teaspoons Thyme leaves, minced

Servings: persons

For the chicken stew
16 chicken thighs, skin removed
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (bacon fat is a welcome substitute)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 leeks, cleaned well, white and light green parts split in half lengthwise and sliced into half moons
2 celery stalks, cleaned and sliced
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and then sliced
2 yellow squash, quartered lengthwise and then sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cups frozen peas
1 bay leaf
1 Chile de arbol, pinched into small pieces
1 tablespoon Fennel seeds
2 Rosemary sprigs, leaves finely minced
1 cup white wine or white vermouth
2 quarts turkey or chicken stock - homemade is best
6 sundried tomatoes, minced (optional)
1 Dumpling Recipe, below
1/4 cup Italian parsley, minced
For the dumplings
4 cups Bisquick
1 1/3 cups milk
2 teaspoons Thyme leaves, minced

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Place the olive oil (or bacon fat ) in very large oven proof pot with a cover and warm over medium high heat. (I use a Le Creuset 13 quart pot I bought on ebay). Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and lightly brown the thighs in batches in the oil.
3
Remove the thighs to a platter and reduce heat to medium. Add the garlic, celery, leeks and red pepper to the pot and sweat, stirring. Add the fennel seed, rosemary and chile de arbol. Stir to combine.
4
Return the chicken thighs to the pot. Add the wine. When the wine begins to boil, add the stock (if the stock does not cover the chicken and vegetables by about 2 inches, add additional water or stock), bay leaf and sundried tomatoes, if using. Bring to a simmer and transfer the pot, uncovered, to the preheated oven. Cook at a simmer in the oven for about 40 minutes.
5
After 40 minutes, add the zucchini, squash and peas to the chicken. After adding the zucchini, squash and peas, take the dumpling dough and drop it on top of the chicken mixture in large tablespoons. Return the pot to the oven and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Cover the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
6
Remove the pot from the oven and serve in shallow bowls, 2 chicken thighs per person, a ladleful of broth and a couple of dumplings. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
7
Mix together ingredients in a large bowl with a wooden spoon only until just combined. Do not overmix. Set aside while the chicken cooks and proceed as noted above.

1145

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the chicken stew, 16 chicken thighs, skin removed, 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (bacon fat is a welcome substitute), Salt and pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Bobbe'S Chicken And Dumplings (Sort Of) For A Crowd 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!