Chicken Dumplings Comfort Bowl (Printer-Friendly Version)
Savory chicken with soft dumplings in a creamy, herb-infused broth offers timeless comfort and simple ingredients.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Poultry
01 -
500 grams boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Vegetables
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120 grams diced carrots
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120 grams diced celery
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150 grams diced onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Roux
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30 grams unsalted butter
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30 grams all-purpose flour
→ Broth & Seasonings
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1 liter low-sodium chicken broth
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 bay leaf
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
→ Dumplings
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190 grams all-purpose flour
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10 grams baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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60 grams cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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180 milliliters whole milk
→ Finishing
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120 milliliters heavy cream or whole milk
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven. Sear chicken breasts or thighs on both sides until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
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Add butter to the same pot. Stir in diced carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Sprinkle flour evenly over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to remove raw flour taste and thicken the base.
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Gradually whisk in chicken broth to avoid lumps. Add dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Return chicken to the pot and simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes until fully cooked and tender.
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Remove chicken from the pot. Using two forks, shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in heavy cream or milk for added richness.
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until combined; dough should be thick but scoopable.
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Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop small portions of dough onto the simmering broth, spacing them apart to prevent sticking. Do not stir after adding dumplings.
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Cover the pot tightly and let dumplings steam undisturbed for 15 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to ensure fluffy texture.
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Once dumplings are cooked, gently push them aside and stir the broth lightly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or herbs as preferred before serving.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Use rotisserie chicken to reduce cooking time, adding it during the cream step and shortening simmer duration.
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For lighter broth, substitute heavy cream with whole milk or evaporated milk.
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Avoid overmixing dumpling dough and keep the pot covered while steaming to prevent dense dumplings.
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Add frozen peas or corn in the last 5 minutes of cooking for additional color and texture.