Chicken And Macaroni Stew With Dumplings Recipe

Name: Chicken And Macaroni Stew With Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 None chicken drumsticks, skin-on; 1 None chicken breast on the bone, skin-on; 1/2 lb carrot, peeled and chopped; 1/2 lb leek, sliced; 1/2 lb celeriac, peeled and chopped; 2 None onions, peeled and halved; 3 None bay leaves; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black peppercorns; 4 None cloves; 1 oz fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves stripped from stems and discarded; 2 tbsp butter; 1 None egg; 1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated; 5 tbsp semolina; 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated; 1/3 lb macaroni; 1/2 lb frozen peas; 5 None spring onions, sliced; 1 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, cut into strips; 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato pesto; 1 None lemon, zested

Servings: persons

2 None chicken drumsticks, skin-on
1 None chicken breast on the bone, skin-on
1/2 lb carrot, peeled and chopped
1/2 lb leek, sliced
1/2 lb celeriac, peeled and chopped
2 None onions, peeled and halved
3 None bay leaves
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black peppercorns
4 None cloves
1 oz fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves stripped from stems and discarded
2 tbsp butter
1 None egg
1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated
5 tbsp semolina
3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
1/3 lb macaroni
1/2 lb frozen peas
5 None spring onions, sliced
1 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, cut into strips
2 tbsp sun-dried tomato pesto
1 None lemon, zested

1
Place the chicken, carrot, leeks, celeriac, onions, bay leaves, salt, peppercorns, cloves and parsley stems in a large heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven. Add around 8 cups water to cover the chicken. Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 hour 30 mins, skimming occasionally.
2
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan then whisk in the egg. Add a pinch of nutmeg and season. Add the semolina and cheese, stir then allow to absorb the water for 10 mins. Using 2 medium-sized spoons, form into small dumplings. Cook in boiling salted water for 15 mins. Drain.
3
To finish, remove the chicken from the stock, remove the bones and skin and cut into pieces. Set aside. Strain the stock into a clean pot and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions. Add the chicken, peas, spring onions and sun-dried tomatoes and simmer for 3 mins. Stir in the sun-dried tomato pesto and lemon zest and season. Stir in the dumplings and serve.

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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.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 None chicken drumsticks, skin-on, 1 None chicken breast on the bone, skin-on, 1/2 lb carrot, peeled and chopped, 1/2 lb leek, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Macaroni Stew With Dumplings falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Macaroni Stew With Dumplings

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