SMOKED CHICKEN STEW WITH HERB DUMPLINGS

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This is a classic with a little twist. My husband and I made this for a smoking "throwdown" contest because it was different. Turns out it's going to be a good keeper. It takes a little time, and lots of work, but well worth the effort for a change to the usual. (Prep time listed does NOT include the time spent smoking the...

Provided by Kelly Walter

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 23

8 c chicken stock
8 slice bacon
1 lb leeks (white part only), cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
3 sprig(s) celery, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
2 carrots, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 lb unpeeled red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 turnip, minced
12 oz smoked chicken, shredded (we smoked on pecan wood)
1 tsp kosher salt
1-1/2 tsp dried tarragon
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/3 c fresh flat leaf parsley, minced
1 c heavy cream
1 tsp white pepper
**DUMPLINGS**
2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp herbes de provence
1/2 c milk (room temperature)
1/3 c butter, melted
2 large eggs, beaten
3 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Bring the stock to a simmer in a large stockpot. Brown the bacon in a Dutch oven until lightly crisp.
  • 2. Remove the bacon, but keep some of the fat; add the leeks and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the celery and the carrots and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, turnip, and warm stock and bring to a boil; cook for 10 minutes.
  • 3. Add the chicken, salt, tarragon, and thyme; return to a simmer.
  • 4. Cover and cook at a low boil until the potatoes are tender. Stir in the parsley, bacon, and cream; add the white pepper.
  • 5. **FOR DUMPLINGS**
  • 6. Stir the flour and baking powder together in a bowl Stir in the salt and herbs. Beat the milk, butter, and eggs together in another bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in the cheese.
  • 7. Place the dumplings by spoonfuls on the top of the stew Cover and cook for 10 minutes; dumplings are done when they are plump and firm.

Jesse Mejia
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This stew was very easy to make, and it turned out great. The chicken was tender, and the dumplings were fluffy. The broth was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


felix kio
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stew turned out really bland. The chicken was dry, and the dumplings were hard. The broth was also very watery. I wouldn't make this again.


Babu_ Sehk
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This stew was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Darya khan
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This stew was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the dumplings were a bit too dense. The broth was also not very flavorful. I wouldn't make this again.


Ayush Bhujel
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I made this stew for my family, and they all loved it. The chicken was moist and tender, and the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The broth was also very tasty. I would definitely make this again.


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This stew was delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the dumplings were perfect. I loved the smoky flavor of the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Lindy Madlala
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. The chicken was tender, and the dumplings were fluffy. The broth was also very flavorful. I would definitely make it again, but I would reduce the amount of chili powd


Samir Alim
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I added some vegetables to this stew, and it turned out really well. I used carrots, celery, and onions. I also added some garlic and thyme. The stew was very flavorful and hearty. I would definitely make it again.


AdrianTracy1
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This stew was very easy to make, and it turned out great. The chicken was tender, and the dumplings were fluffy. The broth was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Aftab Mushtaq
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stew turned out really bland. The chicken was dry, and the dumplings were hard. The broth was also very watery. I wouldn't make this again.


NA2 Editor
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This stew was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jusna Parvin
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This stew was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the dumplings were a bit too dense. The broth was also not very flavorful. I wouldn't make this again.


mike sandra
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I made this stew for my family, and they all loved it. The chicken was moist and tender, and the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The broth was also very tasty. I would definitely make this again.


sajid anwar
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This stew was delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the dumplings were perfect. I loved the smoky flavor of the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Xolisa Dlamini
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This stew was a bit too salty for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. The chicken was tender, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I would definitely make it again, but I would reduce the amount of salt.


Mason Hysten
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one was really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The broth was also very tasty. I would definitely make this again.


Tahir Hussain
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the smoky flavor of the chicken. I served it with a side of cornbread, and it was the perfect meal.


Hassan Ali shahzada
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I've made this stew a few times now, and it's always a hit. The dumplings are so easy to make, and they really add something special to the dish. I love that you can use any kind of smoked chicken, so it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Sm Noyon
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This smoked chicken stew with herb dumplings was an absolute delight! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and savory, and the herbs added a perfect touch of freshness. I will definitely be