Description
Cozy and comforting Turkey and Dumplings with Garlic Chive Dumplings features tender turkey simmered in a rich, savory broth alongside fluffy dumplings infused with fresh garlic chives. This hearty dish blends warm, fresh herb flavors with simple, wholesome ingredients, ideal for family dinners or uplifting meals on chilly days.
Ingredients
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Turkey
- Cooked turkey thighs or breast, shredded or chopped (about 3 cups)
Broth and Aromatics
- 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
Dumplings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh garlic chives, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Sauté chopped onions and celery in butter and olive oil over medium heat until softened and fragrant. Add the turkey broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Turkey: Stir in shredded or chopped cooked turkey and allow it to warm through, letting its flavors infuse the broth.
- Make the Dumpling Dough: In a bowl, combine flour, chopped garlic chives, milk or buttermilk, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until a soft dough forms with the garlic chives evenly distributed.
- Cook the Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough gently into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and steam the dumplings for about 15 minutes until they are fluffy and cooked through.
- Final Touches and Serve: Give the soup a final stir, adjust seasoning if needed, and ladle into bowls. Garnish as desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use day-old leftover turkey for best flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Handle dumpling dough gently; overmixing can cause tough dumplings.
- Keep broth at a gentle simmer when cooking dumplings to prevent breaking apart.
- Fresh garlic chives are essential for a bright, aromatic dumpling flavor.
- Season the broth in layers, tasting and adjusting before and after adding dumplings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Turkey and Dumplings, Garlic Chive Dumplings, Comfort Food, Hearty Soup, Savory Dumplings, Family Dinner, Cozy Meal
