Chicken and Dumplings
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- 4Servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks (about 12), rinsed and patted dry
- Salt and pepper
- 2/3 pound baking potatoes, peeled
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups finely chopped yellow onion (about 2 medium onions)
- 6 cups (48 ounces) chicken broth
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour, plus more for kneading
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees . Place the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast until the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. Let cool and then shred; discard the skin and bones.
Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a medium saucepan with enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then simmer until, about 45 minutes. Drain.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 8 minutes. Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Meanwhile, mash the potatoes with 1 teaspoon salt until almost smooth. Mix in the egg, then the flour, until combined.
On a lightly floured surface, roll one-third of the dough into a 3/4-inch thick log. Pinch off inch-long pieces and roll to form small disks. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Add the dumplings to the broth. Once they float, cook for 3 to 4 minutes more. Stir in the reserved chicken and season with salt and pepper. Top with the parsley.
