Chicken & Dumplings Soup

Simple and Delicious Chicken and Dumplings from Scratch

There's nothing quite like cozying up with a warm bowl of Chicken and Dumplings — a dish that evokes memories of family kitchen moments and home-cooked love. This hearty recipe combines tender shredded chicken, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy pie crust dumplings for a comforting, pot-simmered meal that's perfect for any day.

Chicken & Dumplings

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded chicken (Rotisserie or boiled in the seasonings below)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 cup chopped carrots

• 1 cup chopped celery

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 tbsp minced garlic

• 4 cups chicken broth (32 oz)

• 1 can (22.6 oz) cream of chicken soup

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 3 tbsp flour

• Pie crust (store-bought or homemade), cut into squares

• Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, garlic & herb seasoning, Cajun seasoning, chicken bouillon

  
  

Directions

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Cook until the onions turn translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Season the Base: Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, garlic & herb seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and a pinch of chicken bouillon to build flavor.

3. Thicken: Stir in the flour until well combined, creating a roux that thickens the soup.

4. Add Liquids: Gradually pour in the chicken broth and the cream of chicken soup, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

5. Incorporate Chicken & Cream: Gently fold in shredded rotisserie chicken and the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.

6. Add Dumplings: Drop in the pie crust squares, stirring gently to distribute.

7. Cook: Reduce heat to low or medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes. The dumplings will puff up and become tender.

8. Serve: Ladle the comforting Chicken and Dumplings into bowls, and enjoy this nostalgic, soul-warming dish!

This recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or when you need a little taste of home. Feel free to customize the seasonings or add your favorite vegetables. Enjoy every spoonful of this classic comfort food!