Salsa Verde Chicken With Herbed Cornmeal Dumplings

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Succulent Salsa Verde Chicken with Herbed Cornmeal Dumplings
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
14 1/2 ounces chicken broth
15 ounces salsa verde or 2 cups salsa verde
5 ounces evaporated milk
1 large rotisserie-cooked chicken , meat shredded in large chunks or 6 cups cooked chicken
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion top
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
630
Sugar
6g
Fat
31g
This salsa verde chicken with herbed cornmeal dumplings is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy winter evening. The chicken is simmered in a rich and flavorful broth made with salsa verde and evaporated milk. The herbed cornmeal dumplings add a unique texture and taste to the dish, making it a true comfort food classic. While this recipe may take a bit of time and effort to make, it is well worth it in the end. Plus, it is a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken!

Instructions

1.For the salsa verde chicken:
2.In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
3.Whisk in 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour to create a roux.
4.Gradually add 14 1/2 ounces of chicken broth until smooth.
5.Stir in 15 ounces of salsa verde (or 2 cups of salsa verde) and 5 ounces of evaporated milk.
6.Add the shredded meat from 1 large rotisserie-cooked chicken (or 6 cups of cooked chicken) to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
7.Reduce the heat and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
8.For the herbed cornmeal dumplings:
9.In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of whole milk and 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
10.In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of yellow cornmeal, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt.
11.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
12.Fold in 1/4 cup of thinly sliced scallion tops and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
13.Use a spoon to drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter on top of the simmering chicken mixture.
14.Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and hearty, making it perfect for a cold winter day.

The herbed cornmeal dumplings are a unique and tasty addition to the classic salsa verde chicken.

This recipe is a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken.

CONS

This recipe requires a good amount of time and effort to make, so it may not be ideal for a weeknight meal.

It is also high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this recipe is a good source of protein, which can help support muscle health and keep you feeling full and satisfied.
The salsa verde and herbed cornmeal dumplings add flavor and fiber to the dish.
This recipe also contains a variety of herbs and spices, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may support overall health.

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