Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings Soup

Old fashioned chicken and dumplings soupis a simple and cozy soup recipe that is fun and easy to make, tastes so delicious, and is great for a group.

THIS SOUP. It’s a winner, that’s for sure. And everyone in my house agrees (yep, even the littles). This cozy one-pot wonder has something for everyone. The flavor is hearty and delicious thanks to onion, carrot, celery, chicken broth, and garlic, plus a few herbs, and the chicken thighs are moist and melt-in-your-mouth good. Traditionally, chicken and dumplings soup is a Southern staple, so any Southern-ish sides go well with it:corn,mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, orbroccoli saladare all good contenders.

But the real star of the show here is the DUMPLINGS. And they are darling, delicious little dumplings. Plus, if you’ve never made adumpling soup, you may be surprised to find out the dumplings cook right inside the pot of soup! Yup, just drop small globs of dough right into the simmering concoction, cover with a lid, and in just about 15 minutes, they’ll be cooked through and you’re ready to boogie with a big bowl of soup. It’s a stunning, warming, and crowd-pleasing one-pot meal that I could have again and again. I hope you feel the same way.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Truly anyone can make this soup, and it’s a perfect simple recipe that can be made in less than an hour.
• It has a hearty and wholesome ingredients, lovely flavor, and a good balance of protein, veggies, and yummy, puffy dumplings.
• You can easily make the chicken soup ahead of time and store it in the fridge or freezer. When ready to serve, simply reheat the soup and add the dumplings for a fresh and delicious meal in minutes.

Recipe Ingredients

• Butter– Can be subbed for margarine
• Vegetables– Yellow onion, carrots, celery
• Chicken –I used thighs, but any chicken will do
• Seasonings –Salt, dried thyme, black pepper
• Garlic– Fresh, minced
• Flour –All-purpose
• Chicken stock
• Parsley– I used fresh
• Milk– You can substitute with your favorite dairy-free alternative
• Baking powder

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings Soup

Step #1.In a pot, sauté chopped chicken thighs with onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until chicken is browned.

Step #2.Stir in flour, then add chicken stock. Simmer until thickened.

Step #3.Make dumpling dough: Mix flour, salt, baking powder, milk, and melted butter until just combined.

Step #4.Drop dough into simmering soup, cook until dumplings are fluffy. Serve with parsley.

Recipe FAQs

Expert Tips

• Usingchicken thighsinstead of breast meatadds extra flavor and moistureto the soup, ensuring a more succulent and delicious end result.
• Don’t rush the veggieand take your time sautéing the onions, carrots, and celery to develop rich caramelization anddeepen the flavor profileof the soup base.
• Properly thicken the soupby stirring the flour into the chicken and vegetables untilfully combinedto create a roux that will thicken the soup without clumping. This step ensures a smooth and velvety texture.
• Distribute thedumpling dough evenly across the surfaceof the simmering soup to ensureuniform cooking.Avoid overcrowdingor piling them in one spot to achieve consistent results.
• To ensure thedumplings are fully cooked, they should have risen to the top at this point. You can cut it in half with a spoon. It should be filled with little air bubbles and cooked through like a soft biscuit, without being gummy in the middle. If they aren’t cooked through, cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

How to Serve and Store Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings Soup

You can pair them with some complementary sides to round out the meal such as acabbage salad, steamed vegetables such asbroccoli,green beans, orcarrots,biscuits,breadsticks,cornbread, ormashed potatoes. Aambrosia fruit saladcan add a sweet element to the meal, balancing out the richness of the chicken and dumplings.

Transfer any leftover chicken and dumplings to an airtight container once they have cooled to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. When reheating, you may need to add a splash of chicken stock or water to loosen the soup and prevent it from becoming too thick.

Allow the chicken and dumplings to cool completely before freezing. Transfer to freezer-safe containers or resealable bags, making sure to leave some space for expansion. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then gently reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.

Did you make this recipe? Leave a⭐️review and share it onInstagram,Facebook, orPinterest!

Chicken and dumplings soupis the perfect easy soup recipe that’s equally flavor-filled, hearty, and fun for everyone to enjoy!