Warm up with a bowl of this comforting Chicken & Dumplings Soup, where tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings come together in a creamy, flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly nights, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food that feels like a hug in a bowl. With a little time and love, you’ll create a dish that’s hearty, filling, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dumplings:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Equipment Needed
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Mixing bowls for dumpling dough
- Wooden spoon or whisk