Chicken and Dumplings IV

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Chicken Breast: 500 grams
2. Dumpling Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
3. Onion: 1 large (about 150 grams)
4. Carrots: 2 medium (about 100 grams)
5. Celery: 1 stick (about 50 grams)
6. Garlic: 3 cloves
7. Chicken Stock: 3 cups (750 ml)
8. Salt: 1 teaspoon
9. Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
10. Oil: 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 90 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the chicken: cut the chicken breast into small pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the vegetables: peel and slice the onions, carrots, and celery into small pieces. Mince the garlic.
3. Make the dumplings: mix the dumpling flour with water to form a soft dough. Roll out into small circles and set aside.
4. Boil the chicken stock in a large pot, add the vegetables, and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add the chicken pieces and cook for another 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
6. Meanwhile, prepare the dumplings by boiling water and cooking them for about 5 minutes or until they float to the surface.
7. Add the cooked dumplings to the chicken mixture and season with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Simmer for another 5 minutes and serve hot.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approximately 500 calories per serving (assuming a total of 8 servings)
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• A comforting dish with a rich flavor from the chicken stock and dumplings.
• The combination of chicken and dumplings provides a hearty and satisfying meal.
• The dish has a traditional American flavor profile with a touch of comfort food.

User Comments:

1. "The dumplings were a great addition to the dish, they added a nice texture and flavor."
2. "The dish was very filling and satisfying, perfect for a cold winter day."
3. "The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the dumplings were cooked to perfection."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
• Dumpling dough should be soft but not sticky, if needed add a little more flour or water to adjust the consistency.
• Chicken stock can be replaced with water if not available, but the flavor may not be as rich.