Servings: 8
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Pan
- spatula, etc.
Ingredients
- 8 succulent chicken thighs
- 4 cloves of garlic meticulously minced to release their aromatic essence
- 2 diced onions finely chopped for a burst of flavor
- 4 teaspoons of baking powder ensuring a perfect rise
- 1 cup of creamy butter a luscious foundation for richness
- 2 cups of premium flour finely milled for a velvety texture
- 1 cup of tangy buttermilk adding a delightful twang to the mix
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda a subtle touch for balanced leavening
- Salt & pepper generously sprinkled to awaken the taste buds
- 1 cup of indulgent heavy cream lending a luxurious creaminess
Instructions
- In a large pot, place the succulent chicken thighs and cover them with water.
- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the chicken simmer until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pot, allow it to cool, and then shred the meat.
- In the same pot, add the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and aromatic.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to awaken the flavors.
- Add the creamy butter to the pot and let it melt.
- Gradually sprinkle in the premium flour, stirring constantly to create a velvety roux.
- Slowly pour in the tangy buttermilk and indulgent heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a creamy consistency.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot, ensuring it's well mixed with the creamy sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- In a separate bowl, combine the finely milled flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering chicken mixture. Cover and let them cook until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
- Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls, making sure each serving has a mix of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy dumplings.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try adding a bay leaf to the broth.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth and use tofu or mushrooms for the protein.
- If you don’t have all-purpose flour, you can use a combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flour.
- To make the dumplings lighter and fluffier, try adding an egg to the dough.
- For a little bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal
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