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Sunday Suppers, Ep. 7: Chicken and dumplings 🍜 the comfiest coziest dinner to have on rotation ☺️. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, a creamy broth, and fluffy dumplings that simmer together to create a hearty and satisfying dish. The chicken is browned for depth of flavor, while the vegetables are sautéed until fragrant. The dumplings are made from scratch and dropped into the bubbling pot, cooking until soft and pillowy. Serve with fresh parsley...
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Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown both sides of chicken breasts until golden, then remove from the pan. Chicken does not have to be fully cooked yet.
Melt butter in the pan and sauté onions, carrots, celery, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper until fragrant.
Sprinkle in flour, stirring and cooking for 1 minute to create a roux.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream and bring to a boil.
Add chicken back to the pot, lower heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
In a bowl, combine all dumpling ingredients and mix together until a dough forms.
Remove chicken from the pot, shred it, and add back to the pot.
Drop dumpling dough by spoonfuls into the pot and cover with a lid.
Simmer for 10-15 minutes until dumplings are cooked through and tender.
Serve with fresh parsley for garnish.
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Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and garlic powder before browning for extra flavor.
Make sure the dumpling dough is not overmixed to keep them light and fluffy.
Use fresh parsley as a garnish for a bright, fresh finish.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs can be used and will add extra richness to the dish.
Can I make the dumplings ahead of time?
It’s best to make the dumpling dough fresh right before adding it to the pot.
How do I know when the dumplings are done?
The dumplings should be tender and cooked through when you cut into one.
Can I freeze chicken and dumplings?
Yes, you can freeze the dish, but the texture of the dumplings may change slightly upon reheating.
What can I use instead of heavy cream?
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter option.
