Welcome to a journey through comfort food at its finest. Smokin' & Grillin with AB brings us a heartwarming classic that's perfect for any day of the year. This traditional Chicken and Dumplings recipe guarantees a delightful homemade taste with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a savory broth that will gather everyone around the dinner table. Let's dive into this deliciousness, where every spoonful feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (or pre-cut chicken parts)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (additional as needed for coating)
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Your preferred seasoning blend (AB's level up seasoning recommended)
For the Broth:
- Onions, diced
- Carrots, diced
- Celery, diced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Flour (same as used for coating chicken)
- Oil (used from frying chicken)
- Chicken stock or broth (quantity as needed)
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 tsp. Parsley
- 2 tsp. Thyme
- Additional Salt and Pepper to taste
For the Dumplings:
1-1/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 tsp. Baking Powder
3/4 tsp. Salt
2/3 cup Milk
1 tbsp. Butter, melted
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: Depends on the size of the chicken, usually serves 4 to 6.
Equipment: Bowl, whisk, Dutch oven or large pot, tongs, garlic press.
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing your chicken. If you're using a whole chicken, break it down into individual pieces. For this recipe, we'll focus on the chicken quarters, breasts, and wings. If you have an entire bird, save the wings for another recipe.
2. Place your flour in a bowl and season generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and your chosen seasoning blend. Mix well with a whisk.
3. Rinse your chicken parts under cold water, and then coat each piece thoroughly with the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
4. Heat a moderate amount of oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, brown the chicken pieces on all sides. Remember, you're not cooking them through, just browning them to develop flavor. Do this in batches to avoid crowding the pot. Set the browned chicken aside.
5. In the same pot, add diced onions, carrots, and celery, cooking until they start to soften. Then, press in your garlic cloves and sauté for just a minute, ensuring not to burn the garlic.
6. Sprinkle in some flour (about equal to the amount of oil remaining in the pot) to make a roux, stirring for a minute or two until it's well combined with the vegetables and has cooked off its raw taste.
7. Gradually pour in your chicken stock or broth, stirring continuously. The mixture will thicken as it comes to a simmer.
8. Return the chicken pieces to the pot, cover, and allow it to simmer gently until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
9. At this point, you can add the dumpling ingredients and proceed according to Smokin' & Grillin with AB's continuation of the recipe.
10. The dish is ready when the chicken is tender, and the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through. Adjust seasonings to taste and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Cooking Tips:
- Don't rinse the chicken if you are worried about cross-contamination; just ensure it's patted dry.
- Adjust the thickness of your broth with additional flour or stock as preferred.
- If you'd like a richer flavor, consider browning some butter in the pot before making the roux.
This deliciously comforting Chicken and Dumplings recipe is courtesy of Smokin' & Grillin with AB, whose detailed cooking techniques can be followed on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SmokinandGrillinwithAB
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