Classic Chicken and Dumpling Noodle Soup

This comforting Classic Chicken and Dumpling Noodle Soup features tender chicken, egg noodles, and fluffy dumplings in a savory, flavorful broth. It’s the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days or when you want a soothing, hearty meal.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Combines two favorites—noodles and dumplings
• One pot, easy clean-up
• Gentle flavors, great for family meals
• Warm, soothing, and filling
• Great use for leftover chicken

Ingredients

• Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
• Onion, diced
• Carrot and celery, sliced
• Garlic, minced
• Chicken broth
• Egg noodles
• Dumplings (homemade or biscuit/dumpling mix)
• Flour, baking powder, milk, butter (for dumplings)
• Salt, pepper, fresh parsley

Directions

1. In a large pot, sauté onion, carrot, and celery until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
2. Add chicken and broth; simmer until chicken is cooked through. Remove, shred, and return to pot.
3. Add egg noodles and cook until just tender.
4. Meanwhile, make the dumpling dough: whisk flour, baking powder, salt; cut in butter; stir in milk until soft dough forms.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto simmering soup (do not stir). Cover and simmer gently for 10–15 minutes until dumplings are cooked.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 6
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 30 minutes
• Total time: ~45 minutes

Variations

• Use rotisserie or leftover chicken
• Add peas or corn for veggies
• Use biscuit dough for dumplings
• Make it creamy by stirring in a bit of cream

Storage & Reheating

• Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
• Reheat gently; dumplings may soften—add more broth if needed
• Not recommended to freeze due to noodle and dumpling texture

FAQs

• Should I stir dumplings? No—stirring can break them.
• Can I use only dumplings or only noodles? Yes, adjust recipe accordingly.
• How to know dumplings are done? They puff up and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Conclusion

Classic Chicken and Dumpling Noodle Soup is a heartwarming favorite—down-to-earth, comforting, and full of simple goodness. It’s sure to become a go-to for family dinners and cozy nights in.

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Classic Chicken and Dumpling Noodle Soup is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and egg noodles simmered in a savory broth—perfect for chilly days or when you need a bowl of warmth.

• Author: Emma Harper
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried parsley
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or boiled)
• 1 1/2 cups egg noodles
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt (for dumplings)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp butter, melted

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
2. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Stir well.
3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Add cooked shredded chicken and egg noodles. Simmer for 7–8 minutes until noodles are tender.
5. Meanwhile, make dumplings: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until a soft dough forms.
6. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering soup. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
7. Gently stir soup, making sure dumplings are not sticking. Adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

• Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
• Add a splash of cream for a richer broth if desired.
• Don’t lift the lid while dumplings cook to keep them fluffy.
• Use homemade or store-bought broth based on preference.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 430
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 28g
• Cholesterol: 75mg