Chicken Stew FOR THE SOUL!

This is a rich chicken stew that tastes just like a Sunday roast. Chicken thighs are simmered until falling off the bone and the cooking liquor is reduced until thick and gravy like, all before little clouds of chive & cheddar dumplings are plopped on top to steam and soak up the sauce. This is true winter food that is best served on the darkest of days.

Ingredients:

US:

1-2 tbsp oil
2 lbs chicken thighs, skin-on, bone-in,
3 celery stalks, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into bite size pieces
1 large onion, roughly chopped
A few sprig of thyme, leaves picked
1/2 stick butter
2 tbsp plain flour
4 cups chicken stock, store-bought
Sea salt & ground white pepper

For the dumplings:
1 stick cold butter, cubed
1 & 3/4 cups cup self raising flour
A good handful of chives, finely chopped
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup grated Irish cheddar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Metric:

1-2 tbsp oil
1kg chicken thighs, skin-on, bone-in,
3 celery stalks, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into bite size pieces
1 large onion, roughly chopped
A few sprig of thyme, leaves picked
50g butter
2 tbsp plain flour
1 litre chicken stock, store-bought
Sea salt & ground white pepper

For the dumplings:
100g cold butter, cubed
225g self raising flour
A good handful of chives, finely chopped
100ml buttermilk
50g grated Irish cheddar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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[sparkyggreatmusic]

To all who commented ‘ oh this looks so delicious, must make it soon’. Run don’t walk and please make it! I was just so bored with my same recipes and wanted a delicious rib sticking meal. Got up early, bought all the ingredients. Was like Donal was in the kitchen directing me to something special . I am ready to follow more of his recipes as this was real food. Tasty and I was so proud of the praise I received. Donal makes real good for real people ! Get your pots n pans going kids!!!

[klimtkahlo]

I can never get over how lucky your wife is to have such a handsome man cook for her. My dad was like that, just portuguese and a little more serious but equally skilled and dashing! He is not longer with us, sadly passed away way too young, so I reminisce with your videos.

[colquhountess]

It’s summer here in Western Australia - but I’m sitting in the living room in the air conditioning eating this gorgeous bowl of tasty 😋

[martinanugent]

Love watching him, he actually cooks normal food that people have in their cupboards. Another one trying this at the weekend.

[kaybrown]

It might sound strange, but I think this dish would be a huge hit for Christmas dinner with my young grandchildren.

[lnewlf]

HOW COULD SOMETHING SO COMMON BE MADE SOO BEAUTIFULLL

[amyw]

Definitely making this, looks like a hug in a bowl!

[Lifestyle]

Have a beautiful day
Sending lots of love to everyone who reads🥰❤

[lorrainequinn]

That looks really tasty, so it does!!! I've watched so many of your videos, i'm speaking with an Irish accent, so i am!!! Which is odd because i'm Scottish 😆

[clwest]

Made this tonight for the family (sans dumplings) served with mixed greens and cheesy toast ... BIG hit - simple simple to make and perfect for snowy evening! Even my picky brother didn't come up for conversation - my dad (86 y/o) went back for seconds! thank you!

[lindahandley]

I don't care if it's 100 degrees outside, I've got a craving for this delicious dish and I'm going to make it this week! This is Real comfort food...even more tasty than a beef stew. Chicken is SO flavorful and good.

[mosedavid]

If I can make a suggestion it's better to sweat your Mirepoix and seasoning with the lid ON, very low for around 10-15 min, untouched. You get much more flavour that way. Using that method you can make a soup out of just potato, onion and garlic taste out of this world! Smashing Pot, all the same!

[smudgybabe]

Perfect time for this Irish lass to be making this in the Cayman Islands in the west Caribbean since we have the cooler breezes coming through right now 🌴🇮🇪💚...thank you Donal ❤️🌟🍀

[DrBrunoRecipes]

Looks incredibly delicious :) Greetings from Scotland. Have a lovely day everyone. Hope you all are well and safe.

[cloudydaez]

I made this today and was blown away! I’ve made stews before with fancy ingredients but who knew something as simple as this could be so full of flavour? Thank you so much I enjoyed every morsel, even licked my plate haha

[PlumbingBanana]

I am making this asap it looks so comforting, see this is why i love your recipes and videos, flavor packed dishes without breaking the bank, keep on doin your thing man, cheers from Florida usa

[rin]

Looks amazing! Perfect for winter. Will have to try it this weekend.

[lindahannan]

Omg!! This recipe is amazing. I make it about twice a week my family can't get enough plus if you leave it in the fridge over night the chicken becomes more infused with all that loveliness. Thankyou xx

[TheHammerjam]

I’ve cooked this a few times and it’s delicious. If you haven’t made it already just do it. I promise you it’s amazing. This is now a meal I cook monthly, it’s just so good.

[secretforreddit]

My oven broke recently and we haven't been able to get it repaired yet, so for Christmas dinner I made this stew! It was superb; I added in some mushrooms and used rosemary instead of thyme (as many members of my family aren't the biggest thyme fans) and we all loved it. So glad I found this recipe!