Broke Guy's Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Name: Broke Guy's Chicken and Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs; kosher salt and black pepper, to taste; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 4 carrots, chopped; 2 onions, chopped; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning; 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 tablespoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
4 stalks celery, chopped
4 carrots, chopped
2 onions, chopped
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup buttermilk

1
Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat.
2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Brown in batches, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
4
Transfer to a plate and reserve the pot.
5
Add the celery, carrots, onions, thyme and garlic to the drippings in the pot and cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften (5 to 7 minutes).
6
Add the chicken, poultry seasoning and 10 cups water.
7
Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through (25 to 30 minutes).
8
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let cool.
9
Shred the chicken with 2 forks and return it to the pot (discarding the skin and bones).
10
Whisk together 1/2 cup flour, 2 cups cooking liquid, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a small bowl.
11
Slowly whisk the flour mixture back into the pot and simmer until slightly thickened (8 to 10 minutes).
12
Whisk together the remaining 2 cups of flour, the baking powder, baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
13
Whisk in the butter, buttermilk and parsley.
14
Reduce heat to low and drop the mixture into the broth in 8 large spoonfuls.
15
Simmer, covered, until the dumplings are firm (12 to 15 minutes).

1185

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs, kosher salt and black pepper, to taste, 4 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Broke Guy's Chicken and Dumplings 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!

Broke Guy's Chicken and Dumplings

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