Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Ingredients:

For the Soup:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup frozen peas
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dumplings:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Sauté Vegetables:
   • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
2. Add Carrots and Celery:
   • Stir in sliced carrots and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Add Broth and Seasonings:
   • Pour in chicken broth. Add dried thyme, dried parsley, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
4. Add Chicken:
   • Stir in shredded cooked chicken. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Prepare the Dumplings:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and dried parsley. Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined.
6. Add Peas and Cook Dumplings:
   • Stir in frozen peas. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the soup’s surface. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
7. Serve:
   • Remove bay leaf. Ladle soup into bowls, ensuring each has a few dumplings. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 6 servings):

• Calories: 340
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbohydrates: 39 g
• Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 900 mg

Notes:

• Calories and fat can vary based on the type of chicken and broth used.
• Dumplings are a bit higher in carbs due to flour, so adjust portions if needed.

Feel free to let me know if you need any adjustments or additional recipes. Enjoy your comforting Chicken and Dumpling Soup! 🍲