Martha Stewart Chicken And Dumplings​

This delicious chicken and dumplings recipe, inspired by Martha Stewart, is a warm, comforting meal perfect for chilly evenings. Packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, it’s quick and simple to make. You can easily swap in your favorite vegetables, making it a flexible dish using common pantry ingredients.

Recipe Ingredients:

• 5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, divided
• 1 small yellow onion, minced
• 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
• 2 carrots, diced medium
• 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups diced cooked chicken
• ⅓ pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• Salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for topping
• ½ cup whole milk

How To Make Chicken And Dumplings?

1. Cook vegetables: In a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons (40g) butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots; cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
2. Add flour, then broth, and simmer: Add ¼ cup (30g) flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring constantly, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in chicken and beans: Add diced chicken and green beans; season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Make dumplings: In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup (125g) flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons parsley.
5. Add butter and milk: Cut in the remaining 2 tablespoons (30g) butter, then stir in the milk until just combined.
6. Drop batter over chicken mixture: Drop heaping spoonfuls of the batter over the chicken mixture.
7. Cook dumplings: Cover the pan and simmer until the dumplings are cooked through, about 12 minutes.
8. Serve: Top with additional chopped parsley and serve warm.

Recipe Tips:

• Use cold butter for the dumplings : This helps make them light and fluffy. Don’t overwork the dough. Just mix until combined.
• Cook the vegetables until tender: Ensure the carrots and celery are soft before adding the flour. This gives your dish a better flavor base.
• Simmer, don’t boil, the dumplings : Once you drop the batter on the chicken mixture, cover the pan and simmer gently. Boiling can make the dumplings dense.
• Use cooked chicken : Pre-cooked chicken helps save time and adds more flavor. You can use leftover rotisserie chicken or chicken breasts.
• Season well : Don’t forget to taste and adjust the salt and pepper. The seasoning is key to bringing out the flavor of the vegetables and chicken.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover chicken and dumplings cool to room temperature before storing. Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: To freeze, let the dish cool completely and transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It will keep for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the chicken and dumplings in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 213g)

• Calories: 180
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 860mg
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 10g
• Calcium: 0mg
• Iron: 0.3mg

Check out More Recipes:

• Martha Stewart Roast Chicken​
• Martha Stewart Prime Rib​
• Martha Stewart Beef Stew​
• Martha Stewart Potato Salad​
• Martha Stewart Vegetable Lasagna​