Dumplings made from leftover baguettes make a great alternative to potatoes, as well as soaking up the juices from the stew. Preheat the oven to 150C/300F/Gas 2. Dust each piece of meat with flour.

Chicken stew and dumplings is one of my favourite winter dishes. it's warming, comforting and tasty. It can quickly become an expensive dish though when you start adding lots of ingredients.