Description
This comforting One Pot Chicken Dumpling Soup features tender diced chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy homemade dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe combines simple ingredients with easy steps to create a hearty and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
Dumpling Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup milk
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the Chicken: Once boiling, return the browned chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Dumpling Batter: While the soup is simmering, prepare the dumpling batter. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the melted butter and milk until just combined.
- Add Peas and Corn: After the soup has simmered, add the frozen peas and corn. Stir to combine.
- Cook Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the simmering soup. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are fluffy and cooked through.
- Adjust Seasoning: Once the dumplings are cooked, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier and more flavorful soup, or chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Adjust the salt according to your dietary needs or preference.
- You can substitute milk with a dairy-free alternative, such as almond or oat milk, to make it lactose-free.
- If you prefer thicker dumplings, add a bit more flour to the batter.
- For added flavor, garnish with freshly cracked black pepper or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
