Chicken And Dumplings

Name: Chicken And Dumplings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the chicken and vegetables:; 3 to 3 1/2 pounds chicken thighs and breasts, skin-on, bone-in, trimmed of excess fat; 2 teaspoons butter or extra virgin olive oil, or a combination of both; Salt; 1 quart chicken stock, homemade or store-bought; 2 to 3 celery stalks, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 cups); 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 cups); 1 large onion, roughly chopped (about 2 cups); 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 cup dry sherry or vermouth (optional); 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional); 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; Ground black or white pepper; For the dumplings:; 2 cups (250 g) cake flour (can sub all-purpose flour, but use cake flour if you have it, your dumplings will be fluffier); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 3/4 cup milk; 1/4 cup minced fresh herb leaves such as parsley, chives, and tarragon (optional)

Prep 20m

Cook 1h 10m

Total 1h 30m

This chicken and dumplings recipe is hearty and comforting. The tender chicken and vegetables are simmered in a flavorful broth, and the dumplings are light and fluffy. It's a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner.