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Chicken and Dumplings

This high-protein chicken and dumplings recipe offers a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food favourite. Instead of heavy suet or flour-based dough, these dumplings are crafted from creamy ricotta and salty Parmesan, creating light, gnocchi-style pillows that melt in the mouth. Poached in a rich, homemade gravy filled with tender chicken thighs and seasonal root vegetables, this dish provides a balanced and deeply satisfying meal for any evening.

Perfect for a nutritious family dinner, this savoury casserole-style dish is packed with protein and fresh herbs like parsley and chives. The dumplings can be prepared well in advance and frozen, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy batch cooking. Serve it in deep bowls with an extra shaving of Parmesan for a wholesome, restorative dinner that feels both rustic and refined.

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Ingredients for Chicken and Dumplings

  • 450g ricotta

  • 60g plus 2 tablespoons plain flour plus more

  • 1 gros œuf, battu pour mélanger

  • 190 g de Parmesan finement râpé

  • 3/4 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg

  • 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt

  • 2400ml low-salt chicken broth

  • 900g skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • 60g (1/2 bâton) de beurre non salé

  • 6 cuillères à soupe de farine ordinaire

  • 2 celery stalks, cut crosswise into 1/4"-thick slices

  • 1 carrot, peeled, thinly sliced

  • 1 parsnip, peeled, cut into 1/4"-thick rounds

  • 1 leek, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4"-thick slices

  • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

  • 1/4 tasse de ciboulette fraîche hachée

  • Sel kasher, poivre fraîchement moulu

  • Shaved Parmesan

  • Cheesecloth (optional)

If using fresh ricotta that has excess liquid, you may need to drain it overnight. Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and set it over a medium bowl. Add ricotta; cover with plastic wrap and let drain overnight in refrigerator. If using supermarket ricotta, proceed with recipe; no draining required.

Gently mix ricotta, 60g plus 2 tablespoons flour, egg, Parmesan, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl just to blend (do not overwork). Form dough into a ball (it will be sticky); wrap in plastic and chill for at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Place dough on a lightly floured work surface. Divide dough into 4 equal portions and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Using your hands, roll 1 portion into a 1/2"-diameter rope; cut crosswise into 1/2"-thick pieces. Lightly dust gnocchi with flour and transfer to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining portions of dough. Cover gnocchi with a kitchen towel and chill until ready to cook. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 months ahead. Freeze on sheets, then store, frozen, in an airtight container.

Bring broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Add chicken; reduce heat to low, cover, and gently simmer until chicken is tender and cooked through, 20-30 minutes. Remove chicken; let cool slightly and shred into bite-size pieces. Bring broth to a boil and cook until reduced to 1800g , about 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a small heavy saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour until smooth and cook, whisking constantly, until roux is pale beige in colour, about 15 minutes (do not brown).

Scrape roux into simmering broth; whisk until thickened and broth coats the back of a spoon. Reduce heat to low and add vegetables. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add shredded chicken and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Chill, uncovered, until cold; cover and keep chilled. Rewarm before serving.

Cook gnocchi in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi float to the surface, about 2 minutes (slightly longer if frozen). Using a slotted spoon, transfer gnocchi to bowls, dividing equally. Ladle chicken and vegetables with gravy over. Season with pepper and top with Parmesan.

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  • 28 janv. 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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