Chicken & Dumpling Soup Recipe
Make Chicken & Dumpling Soup Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Soup Base
For the Dumplings
Method
For the Soup Base
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Combine Broth and Chicken
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the shredded chicken, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Simmer the Soup
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
For the Dumplings
- 5
Prepare the Dumpling Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and chopped parsley. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- 6
Add Dumplings to Soup
Once the soup is simmering, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the soup. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for about 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- 7
Serve
After 15 minutes, check the dumplings for doneness. They should be fluffy and cooked through. Remove the bay leaves, and serve the soup hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.