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Chicken Dumpling Soup

Easy Chicken Dumpling Soup Recipe

Chicken Dumpling Soupis a savory dish made by simmering chicken, vegetables, and herbs in aflavorful broth, topped with soft, doughy dumplings. The dumplings cookdirectly in the broth, absorbing all the savory flavors, making each bitecomforting and delicious. This soup is a hearty meal often enjoyed in coldermonths and is known for its warming and satisfying qualities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup:
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
For theDumplings:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • Large Soup Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Ladle
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Stovetop

Method
 

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Add the Garlic and Broth: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Then, pour in the chicken broth and water. Add thyme, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Simmer the Soup: Once the soup is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
  5. Prepare the Dumplings: While the soup is simmering, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl. Stir in the buttermilk and melted butter until a dough forms.
  6. Add Dumplings to Soup: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering soup. The dumplings should float on top. Cover the pot and let them cook for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the dumplings comes out clean.
  7. Finish the Soup: Add the cooked chicken back into the pot. Stir gently to combine. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each one gets a generous portion of both soup and dumplings. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

I cooked this Chicken Dumpling Soup for a cozy evening at home, and it was such a hit with the family! The fluffy dumplings combined with tender chicken made the perfect bowl of comfort. You can easily adjust the recipe to suit your preferences—add some fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary, or swap the chicken for turkey or vegetables for a lighter version.