Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Directions

1. Prepare the Soup Base
   In a large pot, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
2. Add Broth and Chicken
   Pour in chicken broth, shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
3. Make the Dumplings
   In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and melted butter until a soft dough forms.
4. Cook the Dumplings
   Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes, until dumplings are puffed and cooked through. Avoid lifting the lid too often to keep dumplings light and fluffy.
5. Serve and Garnish
   Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy warm and comforting!

Tips for the Perfect Chicken and Dumplings

• Use leftover chicken: Rotisserie chicken works beautifully for speed and flavor.
• Don’t overmix the dumplings: Mix until just combined to keep them light.
• Simmer gently: A rolling boil can break apart the dumplings. Keep it at a gentle simmer.
• Add vegetables: Peas, corn, or green beans can add color and extra nutrition.

The Bottom Line

Chicken and Dumpling Soup is more than just a meal — it’s an experience. With its rich broth, tender chicken, and soft, pillowy dumplings, every spoonful feels like home. It’s the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day or to serve when you want to impress friends and family with homemade comfort food.