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Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Soup

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A warm and comforting creamy chicken and dumplings soup made with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and hearty vegetables in a rich, savory broth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder (for dumplings)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for dumplings)
  • 3/4 cup milk (for dumplings)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for dumplings)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  5. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Add shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat to low.
  8. In a medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined to form a soft dough.
  9. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dumpling dough into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  10. Check dumplings for doneness. If needed, cook a few more minutes uncovered.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Do not overmix dumpling dough to keep it light and fluffy.
  • For a thicker soup, add more flour to the roux or simmer uncovered longer.
  • Can substitute milk for cream for a lighter version.

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