SMOKED CHICKEN STEW WITH HERB DUMPLINGS

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This is a classic with a little twist. My husband and I made this for a smoking "throwdown" contest because it was different. Turns out it's going to be a good keeper. It takes a little time, and lots of work, but well worth the effort for a change to the usual. (Prep time listed does NOT include the time spent smoking the...

Provided by Kelly Walter

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 23

8 c chicken stock
8 slice bacon
1 lb leeks (white part only), cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
3 sprig(s) celery, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
2 carrots, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 lb unpeeled red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 turnip, minced
12 oz smoked chicken, shredded (we smoked on pecan wood)
1 tsp kosher salt
1-1/2 tsp dried tarragon
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/3 c fresh flat leaf parsley, minced
1 c heavy cream
1 tsp white pepper
**DUMPLINGS**
2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp herbes de provence
1/2 c milk (room temperature)
1/3 c butter, melted
2 large eggs, beaten
3 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Bring the stock to a simmer in a large stockpot. Brown the bacon in a Dutch oven until lightly crisp.
  • 2. Remove the bacon, but keep some of the fat; add the leeks and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the celery and the carrots and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, turnip, and warm stock and bring to a boil; cook for 10 minutes.
  • 3. Add the chicken, salt, tarragon, and thyme; return to a simmer.
  • 4. Cover and cook at a low boil until the potatoes are tender. Stir in the parsley, bacon, and cream; add the white pepper.
  • 5. **FOR DUMPLINGS**
  • 6. Stir the flour and baking powder together in a bowl Stir in the salt and herbs. Beat the milk, butter, and eggs together in another bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in the cheese.
  • 7. Place the dumplings by spoonfuls on the top of the stew Cover and cook for 10 minutes; dumplings are done when they are plump and firm.

Rajendra upurkoti
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This recipe sounds amazing. I can't wait to try it!


Raven Aashton
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Rashel Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Jaan Jaan
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to make ahead of time and freeze for later.


Harriet Khosa
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I love this recipe! The chicken stew is always a hit with my family and friends. The dumplings are the perfect addition and they always disappear quickly.


Arbab Nohrio
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This stew was delicious and comforting. The chicken was tender and the dumplings were fluffy. The broth was flavorful and the smokiness from the chicken really came through. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Billy Stafford
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I'm not a big fan of chicken stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The smoked chicken added a wonderful flavor to the stew and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rana Muhammad Awais
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken stew was delicious and the dumplings were the perfect addition. I loved the smoky flavor of the chicken and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aamir Jutt
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This stew was so easy to make and it turned out so flavorful. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and savory, with just the right amount of smokiness. I served it with a side of cornbread and


Luka Charkviani
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I'm a big fan of chicken stew, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and flavorful, with just the right amount of smokiness. I served it with a sid


Usman Shafi
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This stew was amazing! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. I'll definitely be making this again!


Adeel Naseem
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the smokiness from the chicken really came through. I served it with a side of mashe


Zarawar Khan
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken stew was delicious and the dumplings were the perfect addition. I loved the smoky flavor of the chicken and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Pasidu Nuwan
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This stew was so easy to make and it turned out so flavorful. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and savory, with just the right amount of smokiness. I served it with a side of cornbread and


polan naruwa
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I'm not a big fan of chicken stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The smoked chicken added a wonderful flavor to the stew and the dumplings were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sadi Bajwa
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken stew was delicious and the dumplings were the perfect addition. The broth was flavorful and the chicken was fall-apart tender. I served it with a side of rice and it was a hit with my family.


Keenen Swart
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The smoked chicken stew was amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the dumplings were light and fluffy. The broth was rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. I'll definitely be making this again!


Shadrack Tucker
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This smoked chicken stew with herb dumplings was an absolute delight! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the dumplings were fluffy and flavorful. The broth was rich and savory, with just the right amount of smokiness. I served it with a sid