Chicken Stew and Dumplings with basil

2 1/2 lbs chicken thighs or 2 1/2 lbs chicken legs 5 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 3/4 lb[...]

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cups sliced carrots 1 cup chopped onion 1 large green pepper , sliced 1/2 cup sliced celery 2 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium[...]

14 ounces chicken broth 10 ounces mixed vegetables (frozen) 1 cup onion , small frozen whole 1/2 cup water 2 teaspoons basil , snipped (or oregano, dill or[...]