This comforting chicken stew is a winter staple that warms the soul. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a savory broth infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and parsley, creating a deeply aromatic base. The dish is crowned with fluffy homemade dumplings that steam perfectly alongside the stew, absorbing the delicious flavors of the broth. It’s a rustic, one-pot meal that feels both elegant and homey. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe delivers robust flavor and satisfying texture in every spoonful. The addition of sweet peas adds a fresh pop of color and sweetness, balancing the savory richness of the chicken and herbs.
Chicken Stew With Rosemary-Garlic Dumplings
Description
This comforting chicken stew is a winter staple that warms the soul. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a savory broth infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and parsley, creating a deeply aromatic base. The dish is crowned with fluffy homemade dumplings that steam perfectly alongside the stew, absorbing the delicious flavors of the broth. It's a rustic, one-pot meal that feels both elegant and homey. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe delivers robust flavor and satisfying texture in every spoonful. The addition of sweet peas adds a fresh pop of color and sweetness, balancing the savory richness of the chicken and herbs.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
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Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
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Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside on a plate.
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Sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat, cooking for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
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Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
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Add the sugar, pepper, 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, bay leaves, and chopped parsley to the broth.
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Return the browned chicken to the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid.
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Cover the pot and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
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While the chicken bakes, prepare the dumplings: In a bowl, sift together 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Cut cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 beaten egg, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, and 2/3 cup low-fat milk.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients all at once. Blend quickly with a fork just until combined; do not overmix.
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Remove the bay leaves from the stew.
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Place the pot on the stovetop over medium-high heat and bring the stew to a boil.
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Shape the dumpling dough into sixteen small balls with your hands.
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Gently drop the dumplings onto the surface of the boiling stew, spacing them evenly apart.
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Return the pot to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 10 minutes until the dumplings are puffed.
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Remove the pot from the oven. Stir in the fresh or frozen peas, cover the pot, and return to the oven for 10 minutes longer.
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Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow dumplings to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1086.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 40.2g62%
- Saturated Fat 12.5g63%
- Cholesterol 229.7mg77%
- Sodium 283.5mg12%
- Total Carbohydrate 98.6g33%
- Dietary Fiber 22.9g92%
- Sugars 10.0g
- Protein 81.7g164%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.