Not only is this American classic American and classic, it is also one of the most comforting things you'll ever eat and the great thing about this dumpling recipe is that it will work on just about any soup or stew!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Dumpling Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place chicken in a Dutch oven. Add water, carrot, celery, onion, 3 sprigs of thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour. Remove chicken from dutch oven and transfer to a bowl; set aside to cool.
- Increase heat and bring the stock to a simmer. Skim off any chicken fat that appears on top of the stock and reserve in a bowl. Combine 2 to 3 tablespoons of the reserved fat with flour in a small bowl; stir to make a paste, adding more flour if needed. Add the chicken fat and flour mixture to the stock. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken meat from the carcass and add to the stock. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. Continue simmering for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Whisk creme fraiche, milk, 2 teaspoons of thyme leaves, and eggs together in a large bowl. Stir in self-rising flour until almost entirely incorporated; do not overmix.
- Scoop large dollops of dumpling mixture on top of the chicken stock. Increase heat slightly to medium-high. Cover and simmer until dumplings appear light and fluffy, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve garnish with thyme sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 750.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.7 g, Cholesterol 217.2 mg, Fat 36.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 1011.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
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Crystal Martinez
c-martinez@yahoo.comI thought this recipe was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Ahsan sindhi
s-a39@gmail.comThis recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the dumplings were a bit bland. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
Mike Fischer
f.mike@hotmail.frI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken and dumplings turned out terrible. The chicken was dry and tough, and the dumplings were gluey. I'm going to try a different recipe next time.
Anto_Moos
anto_moos@yahoo.comThis recipe is a winner! The chicken and dumplings were cooked perfectly, and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Denise Williams
williamsd32@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the dumplings are light and fluffy. I love that this recipe is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Khayad Asiya
ak@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Jenifer Brooner
jenifer-brooner@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of chicken and dumplings, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I would definitely make this again if I was in the mood for chicken and dumplings.
Ferreirazza
ferreirazza68@hotmail.frI made this recipe for my family, and they all loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Dhana Maya
maya_dhana@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe was a disaster! The chicken was tough and overcooked, and the dumplings were gluey. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
jay jordan
jordanjay21@hotmail.frI thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the dumplings were a bit bland. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
ELABIC TUBE
t.elabic@hotmail.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and dumplings were cooked perfectly, and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Jesse Kern
j-kern@aol.comI love this recipe! The chicken and dumplings are always so tender and juicy. I also love the flavor of the broth. This is a great recipe for a family meal.
charles odibelu
charles.odibelu@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The chicken and dumplings were so good, and they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Nicole Rance
nicole.rance90@hotmail.frI was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken and dumplings were absolutely delicious. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Sameer Adk
adk-sameer75@yahoo.comThis is the best chicken and dumplings recipe I've ever tried! The dumplings are so light and fluffy, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
edgar rodas
edgar-r@gmail.comChef John's Chicken and Dumplings is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the dumplings are light and fluffy. I love that this recipe is so easy to make, and it always turns out per