Chicken And Dumplings In Green Salsa

Chicken and dumplings

Cook bacon in 6-quart stockpot on medium heat 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp , stirring occasionally.

Remove bacon from pan.

Drain on paper towels.

Remove drippings from pan , reserving 1 tablespoon drippings for later use.

Add chicken , in batches.

Cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned on both sides.

Return all chicken to pan.

Stir in salsa and broth.

Bring to boil.

Cover.

Simmer on medium-low heat 15 minutes.

Meanwhile , mix masa dough , cheese and reserved bacon drippings.

Shape into 18 balls , using about 1 tablespoon of the dough for each.

Add dough balls to chicken mixture.

Cook 5 to 8 minutes or until dumplings and chicken are done.

Remove from heat.

Stir in bacon and cilantro.

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Serving suggestions: serve with a crisp green salad tossed with your favorite salad dressing to round out the meal.

Substitute: dry corn masa is a great substitute for the fresh masa in this tasty recipe.

Just mix 3 / 4 cup dry masa with enough water to make soft dough.

bacon, whole chickens, green chili salsa, chicken broth, masa dough, cilantro, parmesan cheese