Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Making the Chicken and Dumplings
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the cubed chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter in the pot. Add the diced yellow onion, diced orange carrots, and diced celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent. Stir in minced garlic and thyme, cooking for 60 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, making sure there are no clumps. Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and return the cooked chicken to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold in the milk and melted butter until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto the simmering broth using a cookie scoop. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer undisturbed for exactly 15 minutes.
- Remove the lid and gently stir in the frozen green peas. Cook for 2 minutes to warm the peas. Serve in bowls and garnish with finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley.
Nutrition
Notes
Tip 1: Do not lift the lid while the dumplings are steaming, or they will collapse and become dense.
Tip 2: Add the frozen peas at the very end to keep their vibrant green color.
Tip 2: Add the frozen peas at the very end to keep their vibrant green color.
