Savory Chicken and Herb Dumplings

Discover the savory delight of our Savory Chicken and Herb Dumplings, a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners. This easy recipe, inspired by Southern cuisine, combines tender chicken with fluffy dumplings infused with aromatic herbs.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

6 cups chicken broth

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cornmeal

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp butter

1 cup whole milk

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, sauté until vegetables are tender.

2. Add chicken thighs to the pot and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

3. Remove chicken from pot and shred once cool enough to handle. Return shredded chicken to pot.

4. In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in milk to form a dough. Add parsley and thyme, mixing well.

5. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth. Cover and let cook for 15 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.

6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot.

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding additional broth if necessary to maintain desired consistency.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.