Best 6 Cornbread Dumplings Recipes

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In Southern cuisine, hardly anything goes better with savory stews, hearty soups, and braised meats than a basket of golden-brown, fluffy cornbread dumplings. These delightful pillows of goodness are traditionally made with coarse cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and buttermilk, and then cooked by dropping them into a pot of simmering liquid. The result is a moist, tender, and flavorful dumpling that soaks up all the delicious juices from the main dish. This article presents three variations on this classic Southern side: **Classic Cornbread Dumplings**, **Cheddar Cheese Cornbread Dumplings**, and **Jalapeno Cornbread Dumplings**. Each recipe offers unique flavor and texture combinations, ensuring that you'll find the perfect dumpling to complement your favorite comfort food.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER TURKEY CHILI WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow Cooker Turkey Chili With Cornbread Dumplings Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ground turkey, medium yellow onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, black beans, pinto bean, frozen corn, chili powder, ground black pepper, kosher salt, large eggs, unsalted butter, whole milk, light brown sugar, all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, baking powder, kosher salt, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, green onion

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 lb ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz tomato sauce, 1 can
15 oz black beans, 1 can, drained and rinsed
15 oz pinto bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons whole milk
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal, fine
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 jalapeño, sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the ground turkey, onion, bell peppers, garlic, crushed tomatoes, black and pinto beans, corn, chili powder, pepper, and salt in the bowl of a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • Once the chili has cooked for 6-8 hours, make the dumplings: Combine the eggs, melted butter, milk, and brown sugar in a large bowl.
  • Add the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt and stir until smooth. Fold in the cheese.
  • Using a small ice cream scoop, dollop the batter on top of the chili and cook for 2 more hours on low or 1 hour on high, until the dumplings are puffed and tender.
  • If using, garnish the chili with jalapeño, cilantro, and green onions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 14 grams

CHILI WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS



Chili With Cornbread Dumplings image

Tasty chili topped with corn muffin dumplings makes this recipe a easily put together mid-week meal. Even my son who is my best critic when it comes to chili gave this a thumb-up.

Provided by lisar

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup oats
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (8 ounce) box corn muffin mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • In a large skillet heat vegetable oil. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté just a few minutes to the flavors to blend.
  • Add ground beef and cooked until browned. Add oats and incorporate well.
  • Add beans, spaghetti sauce, chicken broth and seasonings; simmer 20 minutes.
  • Spoon chili into a sprayed 13 x 9 baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
  • Spoon corn muffin batter (prepared according to package directions), like dumplings over the top of the casserole. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until corn bread dumplings test done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.4, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 69.7, Sodium 1542.3, Carbohydrate 82.5, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 21.9, Protein 38.1

BEEF AND CHILI STEW WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS



Beef and Chili Stew with Cornbread Dumplings image

A hearty Mexican Stew with tender cornbread dumplings. Much of the prep time can be done the day before.Prep time does not include doing the chiles.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh poblano chile, rinsed
1 1/2 lbs beef skirt steaks, trim fat
2 onions, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons minced or pressed garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups fat-skimmed beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
1 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion, including tops
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

  • Place chilies in a 10-by-15-inch pan.
  • Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat, turning as needed until blackened on all sides, about 15 minutes.
  • (I do this on a burner) Then I put them in a plastic bag for about 10 minutes.
  • Peel and discard peels, stems, seeds, and viens.
  • Cut chilies into about 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, rinse meat and pat dry, cut into 1/2-by 1-inch pieces.
  • In a 5 to 6 quart pan over high heat, stir meat, onions, garlic, tomato paste and 1/2 cup broth until liquid evaporates and meat and onions are browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Add chilies, remaining broth, 2 cups water and oregano.
  • Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer until meat is very tender when pierced with a fork.
  • about 1 hour.
  • Stir in corn.
  • In a bowl, blend cornstarch and 1/2 cup water until smooth, add to pan and stir over high heat uitil mixture boils.
  • Pour stew into a 3-quart cassrole (about 9x13 inch).
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Dumplings; In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and green onions.
  • In another bowl, beat egg to blend; mix in buttermilk.
  • Add egg to cornmeal mixture and stir just stir until evenly moistened.
  • Drop 1/4- cup portions evenly over stew.
  • Bake about 20 minutes, until dumplings are firm and lightly browned.
  • Spoon portions into bowls, add salt to taste.
  • NOTE; May be assembled thruogh step 9, up to 1 day ahead.
  • Chill airtight.

CHEESE AND CORNBREAD OR DUMPLINGS



Cheese and Cornbread or Dumplings image

This corn bread goes well with chicken dishes or meat. If there are any left overs wrap well and pop into your freezer. I like the touch of jalapenos but that is up to personal taste

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, fat reduced, grated
3/4 cup skim milk
1/2 cup yogurt, non fat
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup frozen corn or 1 (8 1/2 ounce) can kernel corn
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine corn meal, flour, baking powder, sugar& onion salt, mix well.
  • Stir in the cheddar.
  • In another bowl whisk together milk, yogurt& egg& jalapeno (if using).
  • Combine the egg mixture with the dry ingredients, stir until dry ingredients are just moistened (the batter should be lumpy).
  • Pour into a 9" square sprayed with veggie oil.
  • Bake in 400F oven for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the middle of the pan.
  • Cool 10 minutes, cut into squares& serve.
  • If you want to make dumplings spoon the batter over your favorite stew and simmer covered for about 10 minutes or until just firm MMmmmmm.

VEGGIE STEW WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS



Veggie Stew with Cornbread Dumplings image

No, I don't only use my crock pot, but it sure comes in handy! When you couple that with a disposable liner it is a match made in heaven because there is no clean up either. This is vegetarian, but has a nice flavor. I have 3 vegetarians in my family and 2 of them are vegans. For the vegans you need to make a few changes in the...

Provided by Jane Whittaker

Categories     Other Soups

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 c butternut or acorn squash, peeled and cubed
29 oz ( two ( two 14.5 ounce) cans italian style stewed tomatoes
15 oz can great northern beans
4 clove garlic, minced
1 c water or veggie broth
1 large onion chopped
1 large stalk celery, chopped
1 small zuchinni, chopped
1 tsp each dried oregano and sweet basil
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
dumplings:
1/2 c flour
1/3 c cornmeal
2 Tbsp grated parmesean cheese (for vegan either don't use or use a vegan shredded cheese)
1 Tbsp fresh parsley ( if you use dried use a lot less)
1 tsp baking powder
1 large egg, beaten (you can use egg subsitute for vegan)
2 Tbsp milk ( you can use soy milk for vegan)
2 Tbsp vegtable oil
paprika to sprinkle over top for color

Steps:

  • 1. Put a disposable liner in your crock pot
  • 2. Dice all veggies, and put everything in the crock pot except the dumpling ingredients.
  • 3. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  • 4. In a medium bowl combine all dumpling ingredients.Stir stew to break up squash a little.
  • 5. Turn crock pot to high Drop dumpling mixture in rounded tablespoons on top of veggies.
  • 6. Sprinkle paprika on top of dumplings to give them color, cover and cook 50 minutes more.
  • 7. Do not lift lid the last hour of cooking.

CHICKEN CHILI WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS



Chicken Chili with Cornbread Dumplings image

Come and get it! Hearty chili and cornbread fare is ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups water
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 can (15 oz) navy beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, undrained
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In 5-quart nonstick Dutch oven, heat chili ingredients over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbly.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir dumpling ingredients until soft dough forms.
  • Drop dough by 6 rounded spoonfuls onto simmering chili. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 13 to 15 minutes or until dumplings are dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Cornmeal: Fresh cornmeal will give your dumplings a better flavor and texture than store-bought cornmeal.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make your dumplings tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the Batter Rest: Allowing the batter to rest for a few minutes before cooking will help it to thicken and produce lighter dumplings.
  • Use a Well-Seasoned Skillet: A well-seasoned skillet will help to prevent the dumplings from sticking. If you don't have a well-seasoned skillet, you can grease it with butter or oil before cooking.
  • Cook the Dumplings Over Medium Heat: Cooking the dumplings over medium heat will help to prevent them from burning. Cook them until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the Dumplings Immediately: Cornbread dumplings are best served immediately after they are cooked. They can be served with a variety of dishes, such as stews, soups, and chili.

Conclusion:

Cornbread dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be made with a few simple ingredients. By following these tips, you can make perfect cornbread dumplings every time.

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