Saint Lucian Chicken and Dumplings

Name: Saint Lucian Chicken and Dumplings
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT1 hour 15 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 40 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Saint Lucia
Ingredients: 1 kg Whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces); 1 large Onion (chopped); 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 2 sprigs Thyme (fresh); 3 stalks Scallions (chopped); 1 undefined Scotch bonnet pepper (whole, or to taste, for flavor and mild heat); 2 cups All-purpose flour; 2 tsp Baking powder; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground); 0.75 cup Water (for dumplings, plus more for broth); 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (for searing); 6 cups Water or chicken broth (for the stew)

A comforting and hearty one-pot meal featuring tender chicken simmered in a flavorful broth with soft, fluffy dumplings, infused with local herbs and spices.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간1 hour 15 minutes

총 시간1 hour 40 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

2개의 수정· 20d ago

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces until golden brown on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
2
Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Return chicken to the pot. Add thyme sprigs, chopped scallions, and the whole Scotch bonnet pepper. Pour in water or chicken broth to cover the chicken.
4
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
5
While the chicken simmers, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
💡 전문가 팁: The dough should be soft but not sticky. Add a little more water or flour if needed.
6
Remove the whole Scotch bonnet pepper from the pot. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the broth is too thin, you can let it simmer uncovered for a few minutes to reduce slightly.
7
Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
💡 전문가 팁: Avoid lifting the lid during the first 10 minutes of cooking the dumplings to ensure they steam properly.
8
Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, ensuring each bowl has chicken pieces and several dumplings, along with plenty of broth.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of water.
✓Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper based on your spice preference.
✓Ensure the dumplings are cooked through; they should be light and airy.

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이 레시피를 나만의 스타일로 바꾸는 영감

Add chopped carrots and potatoes to the stew along with the chicken for a more substantial meal.
Incorporate other local herbs like marjoram or basil for added complexity.