Chicken And Dumplings Recipe

Name: Chicken And Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: *2 Tablespoons vegetable oil; *3-4 lbs of chicken pieces(legs, breasts, thighs); *1 small onion, chopped; *2 ribs celery, thinly sliced; *3 cups plus 1/2 cup water; *1 bay leaf; *3 chicken bouillon cubes; *1 teaspoon salt; *black pepper, to taste; *1/3 cup all-purpose flour; DUMPLINGS; *1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; *2 teaspoons baking powder; *1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; *2/3 cup milk; *1 large egg; *1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Servings: persons

*2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
*3-4 lbs of chicken pieces(legs, breasts, thighs)
*1 small onion, chopped
*2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
*3 cups plus 1/2 cup water
*1 bay leaf
*3 chicken bouillon cubes
*1 teaspoon salt
*black pepper, to taste
*1/3 cup all-purpose flour
DUMPLINGS
*1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
*2 teaspoons baking powder
*1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
*2/3 cup milk
*1 large egg
*1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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For the chicken, heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or other large covered saucepan. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on each side for 2 minutes.
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stir in the onion and celery. Saute briefly.
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Add 3 cups of water, bay leaf, bouillon cubes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the chicken, covered, for 30 minutes.
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Remove the chicken, add the carrots to the pot, cover and simmer 10 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
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Meanwhile, remove the chicken meat from the bones.
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Whisk together the flour and the remaining 1/2 cup of water in a a medium bowl until smooth.
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Add the mixture and the chicken meat to the simmering saucepan. Cover and continue to simmer.
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To prepare the dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and fresh parsley in a large bowl.
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Make a well in the dry mixture and add the milk, egg and oil. Stir briskly to make a batter.
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For each dumpling, spoon a rounded tablespoon of batter into the simmering broth. Cover and simmer for another 13-15 minutes without stirring.
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Ladle into wide soup bowls and serve hot. Makes 5 to 6 servings.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: *2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, *3-4 lbs of chicken pieces(legs, breasts, thighs), *1 small onion, chopped, *2 ribs celery, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Chicken And Dumplings

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