Here’s a comforting recipe for Cozy Chicken & Dumplings Soup that will warm you up on chilly days. This hearty dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich broth, accompanied by fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors. Perfect for family dinners or when you need a little comfort food, this soup is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
For the Soup:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 lbs bone-in skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 chicken bouillon cube (optional)
• 1 ½ cups half-and-half
• ¾ cup frozen peas
Seasonings:
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon each of dried basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, mustard powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground sage
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
For the Dumplings:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and sear it for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside to rest.
2. Make the Soup Base:
In the same pot, melt the butter and add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Cook for an additional minute.
3. Create the Roux:
Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat the vegetables. Cook for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
4. Add Liquids:
Gradually add the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Then add half-and-half and any optional bouillon cube. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Shred the Chicken:
While the soup simmers, shred the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot along with frozen peas.
6. Prepare Dumpling Batter:
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and sugar. In another bowl, combine milk, sour cream, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Cook Dumplings:
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dollops of dumpling batter over the simmering soup. Cover tightly and let cook for about 15 minutes without lifting the lid to allow the dumplings to steam.
8. Serve:
Once cooked through, ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy your cozy chicken & dumplings!
This hearty soup is perfect for sharing with family or enjoying on a quiet night in—comfort food at its finest!
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