Texas Rancher Chicken N Dumplings
Bring the comfort of Southern cooking to your table with this hearty Texas Rancher Chicken N Dumplings recipe, a flavorful twist on a classic dish. Tender, browned chicken thighs are simmered alongside a medley of fresh vegetables, garlic, and aromatic thyme in a rich, creamy broth. Fluffy, homemade dumplings, infused with a hint of cayenne pepper for just the right kick, are dropped into the bubbling stew for a satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth finish. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this dish combines the rustic charm of a ranch-style meal with the ultimate comfort food vibes. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a family-friendly dinner that’s sure to impress. Keywords: Texas Rancher Chicken N Dumplings, hearty chicken stew, homemade dumplings, comfort food, Southern-style recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large Carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks Celery ribs, diced
- 8 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 6-8 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot. Add the thyme leaves, cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Add the milk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with the heavy cream and stir to combine.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering stew. Cover the pot and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 0.5 cups of flour with 0.25 cups of water to make a slurry. Slowly stir this into the stew to thicken it to your desired consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot. Enjoy your Texas Rancher Chicken N Dumplings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1248 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
