Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
9 unit

green beans

frozen, cut

2 cup

chicken

cubed, cooked

2 cup

potatoes

diced

14 unit

chicken broth

0.5 cup

vegetable juice cocktail

1 tsp

chili powder

1 dash

red hot pepper sauce

to taste

0.33 cup

cornmeal

2 tbsp

parsley leaves

fresh, chopped

0.5 cup

celery

sliced

0.5 cup

onions

chopped

0.5 tsp

salt

1.25 cup

biscuit baking mix

1 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

23 cup

milk

Step 1
~22 min

Thaw frozen green beans by placing them in a strainer and running hot water over them.

Step 2
~22 min

Transfer the thawed green beans to a crockpot.

Step 3
~22 min

Add the cooked, cubed chicken, diced potatoes, chicken broth, vegetable juice cocktail, sliced celery, chopped onion, chili powder, salt, and hot pepper sauce to the crockpot.

Step 4
~22 min

Mix all ingredients together in the crockpot.

Step 5
~22 min

Cover the crockpot.

Step 6
~22 min

Cook on low heat for 4 hours.

Step 7
~22 min

Turn the crockpot to the high setting and heat until the mixture is bubbly.

Step 8
~22 min

Add water if needed to adjust the consistency.

Step 9
~22 min

In a separate bowl, combine the biscuit mix, cornmeal, half of the shredded cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 10
~22 min

Add milk to the dry ingredients and stir until just moistened.

Step 11
~22 min

Drop the dumpling mixture by tablespoons onto the stew in the crockpot.

Step 12
~22 min

Cover the crockpot.

Step 13
~22 min

Cook for an additional 2 1/2 hours (do not lift the cover during this time).

Step 14
~22 min

Sprinkle the dumplings with the remaining shredded cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust chili powder to your spice preference.

Add other vegetables like carrots or peas.

Use a rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the night before and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of cornbread.

Pair with a crisp green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A classic comfort food, often associated with family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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