Authentic Polish Chicken and Dumplings

Enjoy a hearty and comforting meal with this authentic Polish Chicken and Dumplings recipe. This dish features tender chicken, homemade dumplings, and a flavorful broth seasoned with traditional Polish herbs and spices. It's a perfect dish for cold winter nights or any time you crave a satisfying, home-cooked meal. Make this traditional Polish recipe and experience the rich flavors of Eastern European cuisine.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup milk

Directions

1. In a large pot, add the chicken pieces, chopped onion, sliced carrots, celery, minced garlic, bay leaves, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred the meat. Discard the bones and return the shredded chicken back to the pot.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, melted butter, and milk. Stir until a dough forms.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and cook for about 15 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through.
6. Remove the bay leaves from the pot and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the Polish Chicken and Dumplings hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
8. Enjoy this delicious and comforting Polish dish!

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