Testing Ree Drummond's Chicken & Dumplings

This month we are reviewing recipes from the new Pioneer Woman cookbook "The New Frontier" by Ree Drummond. In today's video it's all about her Chicken and Dumplings which is a southern staple. If you know Ree Drummond, you know that she's got a popular blog, TV show, cookbooks, merchandise, a restaurant, a candy store, a hotel, etc which means her brand is something to recognize. What's great about it is that her recipes reflect more than her cattle ranch lifestyle. We're not talking just steak and potatoes, Ree Drummond cooks up some great dishes that fit anyone's palate. We're so excited to try out one of her classic dishes, Chicken and Dumpling. What makes it special? Well a classic is always special but her steps and ingredients make it look so easy. It's cold outside, lets warm up our bellies.

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For the recipe referenced in today's video:
The Pioneer Woman Cooks "The New Frontier"
Chicken & Dumplings, pages 147-149

QUICK TIPS WE LEARNED AFTER TEST:
1. Cut your veggies the same size so it cooks evenly and easier to eat.
2. After adding liquid to your dough, it will be a little wet but after sitting on counter for a few minutes it will fluff up so don't worry.
3. Her directions say to cover for 15 minutes after adding dough, but Kat found it overcooked her dumplings which made them dense. Keep your eye on them, they should be fluffy.
4. No harm in adding in extra chicken broth if you like more liquid, it's not a heavy creamy soup but it's got a nice thickness.

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[FriendsFamilyKitchen]

Great performance! I love this delicious menu❤ My friend, have a beautiful day❤stay connected❤Thanks for sharing❤❤

[pattyrech]

Did exactly to the letter as recipe indicated, set "dough" mixture aside for 20 minutes, still soupy. Had to add another 1/2 flour, 1/4 c corn meal, and sprinkling more of baking powder...but delish!

[thehauntedtree]

It’s even easier if you use canned biscuits dough and tear it apart

[ForeverGodsGirl]

You didn't have to sift it You could've used a whisk and that would've had the same affect as sifting it