🥕 Cozy Chicken & Dumplings Soup 🍲

[MysteRy]

🥕 Cozy Chicken & Dumplings Soup 🍲

Rainy day vibes in a bowl 🌧️✨ Warm up with this hearty, comforting chicken & dumplings soup – it’s love at first bite! 🥕🍗

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 medium onion, diced
2 large carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tbsp parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Dumplings:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil

Directions:

Prepare the Base:

In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, milk, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Make the Dumplings:

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter to form a soft dough.

Cook the Dumplings:

Using a spoon, drop small scoops of dough into the simmering soup. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes, or until fluffy.

Finish and Serve:

Stir in heavy cream (if using) and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Garnish with fresh parsley, serve hot, and enjoy the cozy deliciousness! 🥰