This Chicken and Pastry recipe makes a giant bowl of comfort food. It is a Southern-inspired hearty dish that I adore on these cold dark days. Squares of pastry combine with chicken thighs and broth to make this delicious rustic dish.
To make this hearty soup, start by making the pastry. Cook chicken thighs until golden all over. Add water and broth to the saucepan and add onion and celery to make the soup. Use a pizza cutter to slice the dough into diamond shapes. Remove the vegetables and chicken from the soup and add pastry to the broth. Simmer until puffed and cooked through. Return the chicken to the pot. Heat through and season before serving.
To make this Chicken and Pastry, you will need the following ingredients:
Combine 1½ cups of flour with 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Combine ½ cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a separate bowl. Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead for about 1 minute. Shape the dough into a ball and return to the large bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and set aside.
Pat 2 pounds of chicken thighs dry using paper towels. Season all over with pepper.
Place the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in Dutch oven and melt over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin side down. Cook until the skin is golden brown. Turn the chicken and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes until the second side is golden brown.
Add 4 cups of broth and 1 cup of water. Use a spatula to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add a halved onion and celery rib to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
Roll the pastry dough into a 12-inch square, about ⅛-inch thick. Cut the dough lengthwise into 1-inch-wide strips and cut diagonally into 1-inch-wide strips to make diamond shapes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the chicken to a plate. Leave to cool slightly. Remove the onion and celery and discard. Place the broth over medium-high heat and add pastry. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer with the lid on for about 15 minutes until the pastry is tender and puffy.
While pastry cooks, shred the chicken into bite-size pieces. Discard the skin and bones.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and cook, uncovered for 2-4 minutes, until heated through and broth has thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve in large bowls.
This Chicken and Pastry is a delicious, filling dish which will provide a hearty bowl of comfort food! Try it out and remember to tag your posts with #cookmerecipes if you make this.
Hice esta receta de Pollo y Masa y fue super facil! En un dia lluvioso, la familia la disfruto mucho. El sabor es reconfortante, como un abrazo. Lo recomiendo para cuando hace frio, es perfecto para compartir juntos. :)
Delicious!
Yum! This Chicken and Pastry really hit the spot on a chilly night. My kids loved it, and I felt nostalgia for my grandma’s kitchen. It's simple to make and warms your soul. Will definitely make it again!
Amazing
I made this Chicken and Pastry on a chilly evening for my family. It was a big hit. The flavors melded beautifully, and the kids loved the pastry. This recipe is now a staple in our home. Thanks for sharing such a comforting dish
Delicious! Perfect for cold evenings with family.
Yasss! This dish hits the spot every time. Made it last week and my fam loved it so much, I can’t wait to make it again!
Delicious! My husband and I made this on a chilly night, and it warmed our hearts and bellies. The pastry was so simple to make, and it added the perfect touch to the chicken broth. A new family favorite!
Yummy comfort food! Made this on a chilly night, and it felt like a warm hug from the inside. My kids gobbled it up, and I felt like a superstar chef!
This Chicken and Pastry is simply great! On a chilly evening, it brought the whole family together. My kids loved helping me cut the dough. It's become our favorite comfort food during autumn nights, reminding me of my grandmother's kitchen.
Delicious!
Super comforting meal!
Hearty comfort food!
