Description
Dumpling Soup is a warm and comforting classic American soup featuring tender homemade dumplings gently simmered in a flavorful chicken broth with vegetables and optional shredded chicken. This hearty dish combines simple ingredients into a satisfying and wholesome meal perfect for any season.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Dumplings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Heat the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic, sliced carrot, and chopped celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add broth and chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. If using, add shredded cooked chicken to warm through.
- Prepare dumpling dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep dumplings light.
- Drop dumplings into soup: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough carefully into the simmering soup, making sure they are spaced apart.
- Cook dumplings: Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 10 to 12 minutes undisturbed, until they are puffed and cooked through.
- Season and serve: Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve the soup hot, enjoying the tender dumplings in a savory broth.
Notes
- Avoid lifting the lid while the dumplings are cooking to ensure they remain light and fluffy.
- You can omit the chicken for a vegetarian version; substitue chicken broth with vegetable broth if desired.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to enhance flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
