Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, comforting Chicken Fricassee and Dumplings recipe! Inspired by Southern U.S. tradition, this dish features tender chicken simmered in a savory broth, topped with fluffy, parsley-flecked dumplings. A perfect family meal, this updated recipe delivers a taste of home with every bite. Get ready for a heartwarming culinary experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 1378.7 kcal
Protein 225g
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Ingredients for Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings

  • 6-8 chicken pieces
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil (divided)
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

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How to Make Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings

  1. Season chicken pieces with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  2. In a resealable bag, combine 1 cup flour and 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning.
  3. Add 2-3 chicken pieces at a time to the bag; shake to coat. Place coated chicken on a wire rack.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown for a few minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  6. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Add chopped onion and carrot; sauté until softened and lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
  7. Add chicken broth, 1 cup water, browned chicken, chopped celery, remaining salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  9. **Make the white sauce:** Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1 cup milk until thickened.
  10. Stir the white sauce and frozen peas into the chicken stew.
  11. **Make the dumplings:** In a bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup milk, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Mix until just moistened.
  12. Drop heaping tablespoons of dumpling mixture onto the simmering stew.
  13. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  14. Serve hot!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

81 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

83g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings?

Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings?

Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings has approximately 1378.7 calories per serving, with about 225 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 97 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings?

The key ingredients for Chicken Fricassee And Dumplings are Chicken Parts, Kosher Salt, Pepper, Flour, Poultry Seasoning, Canola Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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