LIGHT CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
Tender juicy pieces of chicken breast smothered in a delicious gravy with chunks of carrot, celery and potato with delicate dumplings steam up on the surface of the gravy.
Provided by Mia
Categories Entree
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with rack placed in the center of the oven.
- In a large plastic bag combine 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons of flour, seasoned salt, cajun seasoning, black pepper and cayenne (if using). Close up bag and shake to combine. *Note if you are feeding this to young children who do not like spice, you might wish to omit the cayenne and the cajun seasoning.
- Season the chicken pieces using the additional 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper , before dredging the chicken in the flour.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off excess. Reserve any of the remaining flour for making the rue later.
- Heat a deep ovenproof pot like a Dutch oven, over medium heat. Once the pot is hot, add 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Brown the chicken on both sides and transfer to a plate and set aside. *NOTE: In order to use less oil in browning, place the lid over the pan while the chicken is browning. This will help to trap some of the steam and keep things moist without the addition of more oil. But keep a watchful eye that your chicken doesn't burn.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1 teaspoon of oil, the mushrooms (if using) and a pinch of salt to season. Place the lid on the pot to help cook the mushrooms without the need for additional oil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the mushrooms have begun to brown, add the last teaspoon of oil, carrots, celery and onion. Sweat the vegetables for 5 minutes, again covering the pot with a lid.
- Deglaze the pan with the brandy and simmer until it is nearly evaporated.
- Stir in the reserved flour to coat the vegetables. Cook and stir for one to two minutes. The vegetable will look pasty.
- While stirring, slowly add the broth. As the broth is added to the pot, it will combine with the floured vegetables and begin to make a gravy.
- Once all of the broth has been added mix in the potatoes.
- Cover the pot and place in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile blend all the dry ingredients for the dumplings in a mixing bowl.
- In a microwaveable container, heat the milk and butter just until the butter melts, about 25 seconds on high power.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together just until combined. If the mixture seems too dry, add an additional teaspoon of milk.
- Remove the pot from the oven and return all of the chicken, lemon juice, thyme and sage to the pot. Stir briefly to incorporate the ingredients.
- Using a tablespoon gently scoop out 4 dumplings of equal portion (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each). Place the balls of dough on the surface of the gravy.
- Cover and place the pot back into the oven for another 20 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the oven and serve.
- Garnish with minced parsley. (Optional)
LIGHTER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
A lighter version of this classic down-home dish. One of the best comfort foods of all time!
Provided by LINDAHU
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, stir together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, onion and celery. Sautee until chicken is cooked through, and onions are tender. Transfer the chicken mixture to the soup pot, and mix well. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Season with celery seed and black pepper.
- To Make Dumplings: In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of oil. Pour into the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
- Drop tablespoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into simmering chicken stew. Cover pot tightly, and bring to a boil. Simmer for another 12 to 15 minutes - without peeking! Ladle into bowls, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 62.2 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1275.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
My mom made a similar recipe for this comforting dish, and I still remember the wonderful aroma of chicken and dumplings cooking throughout the house. She didn't make it often, but when she did, what a treat. I especially loved the light, tender dumplings, which is still my most favorite part of this dish. (In a pinch, Bisquick dumplings are also very good). For those of you, like my good friend Cindy, who like a more Southern style of dumpling (heavier, chewier), the recipe is at the bottom. This recipe is from Steph's Country Kitchen Goodness. This is my favorite website for recipes.
Provided by Dawn Vezina
Categories Stew
Time 3h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine chicken, celery, carrots, onion, chicken broth, parsley, chicken bouillon granules, salt and pepper in a large pan or dutch oven; add enough water to cover chicken.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 hours or until chicken is done.
- Remove chicken and let stand until cool enough to handle.
- Remove skin from chicken and tear meat away from bones.
- Return meat to soup; discard skin and bones.
- Add more salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
- Return soup to a simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dumpling ingredients and mix well to form a stiff dough.
- Drop by tablespoonfuls into simmering soup.
- Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings.
- *SOUTHERN STYLE DUMPLINGS (heavier and chewier) 2 cups flour, 1 cup chicken broth, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 beaten eggs. Combine flour, broth, baking powder and eggs; mix well to form a stiff batter. Drop by tablespoonfuls into simmering soup. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
CHICKEN FRICASSEE AND DUMPLINGS (LIGHTER VERSION)
This version of chicken fricassee was a family favorite growing up. I lightened it up a little, and now it is a favorite with my husband and son. I don't make it often, since even with my adaptations it's still pretty high in fat. But I do make it a few times a year--it's so satisfying in cold weather! I usually make double the gravy and 1-1.5 times the dumplings. It reheats tolerably well, although the dumplings will soak up the gravy like a sponge (which is why I double the gravy). This is my single exception to my "no baking mix" rule! I don't recommend using skinless chicken; the browning and simmering will make the chicken tough without the skin to protect it.
Provided by Halcyon Eve
Categories Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine 1 cup Bisquick, salt, pepper, and paprika in a gallon-size ziplock bag. Add chicken pieces, seal, and shake to coat.
- In a very large, deep skillet or saute pan (one that has a lid), heat about 1/4-inch oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, turning at least once. Remove chicken to a paper-towel lined dish.
- Drain fat from skillet. Add soup to skillet and gradually stir in 1 1/2 cups milk until smooth. Replace chicken, cover skillet, and bring just to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer gently over low heat for 45 minutes or until chicken is tender.
- Blend together 2 cups Bisquick, 2/3 cup milk, parsley, and poultry seasoning.
- Remove lid and drop dough by spoonfuls onto hot gravy (try not to overlap spoonfuls of dough).
- Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until top of dumplings looks set (not wet and doughy). Replace lid and cook an additional 10 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.6, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 80.7, Sodium 117.7, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.5, Protein 19.3
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