APPLE CIDER CHICKEN 'N' DUMPLINGS

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I came up with this recipe one fall when I had an abundance of apple cider. Adding some to a down-home classic was a delectable decision. -Margaret Sumner-Wichmann, Questa, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 bone-in chicken thighs (3 pounds), skin removed
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup apple cider or juice
DUMPLINGS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cold butter
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
2/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, brown chicken in butter; remove and set aside. In the same pan, combine the onion, celery, parsley, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with flour and mix well. Add broth and cider. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add chicken. , Cover and bake for 45-50 minutes. Increase heat to 425°. , For dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Combine egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Drop batter into 12 mounds onto hot broth. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10 minutes. Cover and bake until a toothpick inserted into a dumpling comes out clean, about 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 220mg cholesterol, Sodium 1548mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

KIM SADIYA
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Emmanuel Mensah
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I've made this recipe several times, and it never disappoints. It's a great comfort food dish that's perfect for a cold winter day.


Fowzia Xirsi
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This is my favorite apple cider chicken and dumplings recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Zainicheema Cheema
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.


Sycoboy Sycoboy
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the dumplings were so fluffy. The apple cider gravy was the perfect finishing touch.


Minecraft Bata
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I made this recipe last night, and it was a hit! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The apple cider gravy was the perfect finishing touch.


Adeel Armani
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The apple cider gravy was delicious, and it all came together perfectly.


Abu Badar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the dumplings are light and fluffy. The apple cider gravy is the perfect finishing touch.


Heshimuk2019
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and tender, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The apple cider gravy was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Nahian Tasnim
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I've made this apple cider chicken and dumplings recipe several times now, and it never disappoints. It's become a family favorite, and I always get compliments when I serve it. The dumplings are especially delicious - they're light and fluffy, and t


kiril iassen ivanov
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This apple cider chicken and dumplings dish was an absolute delight! The chicken was tender and juicy, while the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The apple cider gravy tied everything together perfectly, creating a warm and comforting meal. My wh