ULTIMATE COMFORT FOOD

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This is the best recipe for chicken and dumplings that I've ever found. It's the ultimate comfort food.

Provided by karela

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 9h50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 pounds whole chicken cut up
1 whole dried red chili pepper, seeded and diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 onions, chopped
1 bay leaves
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup cornstarch
½ cup water
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • For the stock: In a large pot over high heat, place the chicken parts, chile pepper, carrots, celery, onions, bay leaf, garlic and chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 1 to 2 hours, or until chicken comes off bone easily. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, skim the fat off the top of the soup and remove the chicken parts. De-bone the chicken and chop the meat into bite size pieces. Discard bones and set meat aside. Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the vegetables. Return the pot to the stove over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low for 10 to 15 minutes, add the heavy cream and stir well.
  • In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the water and add to the pot. Stir until thickened, and make the dumplings while the stock reduces.
  • For the dumplings: In a large bowl, combine the flour and the heavy cream, mixing well. Roll into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Drop balls carefully into the simmering soup and cook for 7 minutes. Then cover soup and cook for 7 more minutes. Add the chicken, stir well and allow to heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1055.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 308.5 mg, Fat 57.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 89.3 g, SaturatedFat 24.2 g, Sodium 1444.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Gulam Qadir
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I love that this recipe can be easily customized to your own taste. I added some extra veggies and spices, and it turned out perfect.


bat cat
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too!


Layci Raper
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I actually really enjoyed them in this dish. They added a nice umami flavor.


gyfpre floit caballero
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Fauzia Sultana
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I had some trouble finding the right ingredients, but the dish turned out great in the end. Definitely worth the effort!


Bughio Shab
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This recipe was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter version next time.


Ruwayda Ali
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I'm always looking for new comfort food recipes, and this one definitely hit the spot. It's now one of my favorites!


ART MADNESS
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The flavors in this dish were amazing! I especially loved the combination of sweet and savory.


Malyka
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a cozy night in.


Tulasi Bhattarai
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Overall, the dish was good, but I felt like it was missing something. Maybe next time I'll add some extra spices or herbs.


faiz Faizahmad
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Followed the recipe to a T, but the dish came out too salty. I think I'll reduce the amount of salt next time.


Nasra Butt
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out bland and unappetizing. Maybe I'll try it again sometime, but for now, I'm disappointed.


Muhammad Sanan
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This recipe was a huge hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it! Will definitely be making it again and again.


Marie arteaga
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Comfort food at its finest! The dish was incredibly flavorful and comforting. It felt like a warm hug on a cold winter day.


Charlynn Librando
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5 stars all the way! This recipe has become a staple in my household. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have much time to cook.


Prince Joy
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Easy to follow recipe with stunning results! The dish looked and tasted like it came straight out of a Michelin-starred restaurant.


Joseph Dabor
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I'm usually not a fan of comfort food, but this dish completely changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was simply heavenly. Highly recommend!


Muhammed Farhan
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This recipe was an absolute delight! It brought back so many childhood memories of my grandmother's cooking. The flavors were spot-on, and the dish was cooked to perfection. Will definitely be making this again soon!