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© Fredrika StjärneStovetop Chicken and Dumplings
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely diced carrot
1/4 cup finely diced celery
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten

DIRECTIONS
1. In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the shallot, carrot and celery and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the casserole and let melt. Increase the heat to

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