Chicken & Dumplings
A classic comfort food, Chicken & Dumplings combines tender chicken simmered in savory broth with fluffy dumplings for a heartwarming meal.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 sprigs thyme
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1 large egg
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery; cook until tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Toss in the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add chicken thighs and breasts, broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove chicken, shred it, and keep the soup at a simmer.
Dumplings Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Make a well, add the egg, buttermilk, and melted butter; mix to form a batter.
Finishing the Soup
- Add the shredded chicken and cream back into the pot. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the soup. Cover and cook until dumplings are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and ladle into bowls.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or zest before serving. Pair with crusty bread for an enhanced experience. Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or sage for a unique twist.