Chicken Dumpling Soup
A comforting and satisfying dish made with shredded rotisserie chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth Choose a rich quality broth.
- 1 cup carrots, diced Adds sweetness and color.
- 1 cup celery, diced For crunch and flavor.
- 1 cup onion, diced Foundation flavor.
- 2 cups heavy cream For richness.
For the Dumplings
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough Creates fluffy dumplings.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme For herby flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Optional; adds freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, heavy cream, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot; stir to combine.
- Cut the biscuit dough into bite-sized pieces and drop them into the simmering soup.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or thyme to suit your taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
Don’t overcook the dumplings to maintain their texture. Use good quality broth for the best flavors.