Description

This Chicken And Dumplings Soup offers irresistible flavor and simple prep. Loaded with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy biscuit dumplings, it’s perfect for a cozy dinner or a healthy meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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14-16 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-size cubes
½ teaspoon salt plus extra at the end if needed
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1½ tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow or white onion finely diced
1 large carrot sliced into rounds or diced (about 1 cup)
1 celery rib sliced or diced
2-3 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (16-ounce) can refrigerated biscuits (about 8 biscuits), cut into quarters
½ cup half & half
fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Cut the chicken into ¾-1-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides.
Remove the chicken and tent it with foil.
Do not clean the pot. Instead, return it to heat and melt the butter. Add onions, carrots, and celery, cooking for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
Add garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute while stirring.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, scraping bits from the pot's bottom.
Return the chicken along with any juices to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cut the biscuits into quarters while the soup simmers.
Drop biscuit pieces gently into the simmering soup in a single layer, ensuring the liquid stays simmering.
Press the biscuits down gently to submerge, cover, and cook for 15-17 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
Occasionally stir to prevent sticking and keep an eye on the simmering broth.
Once done, remove from heat and stir in half & half. Warm gently over low heat for about 5 minutes, avoiding a boil.
Taste and add salt if needed. Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste, especially salt as it varies with broth.
Fresh herbs can elevate the flavor—try adding parsley or basil for added freshness.
For a richer taste, add a splash of white wine before pouring in the broth.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 440
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg