Who doesn’t crave a delicious bowl of chicken and dumpling soup on a chilly night? This classic dish is the epitome of warmth and satisfaction. With tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, it’s a meal that will nourish your soul.

Ingredients to Gather

• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1/2 large onion, chopped
• 3 stalks of celery, chopped
• 2 large carrots, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
• 2 cloves of finely minced garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon of dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon of poultry seasoning
• 1 1/2 tablespoons of flour
• 6 cups of chicken broth or stock
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, as per your taste
• 2 cups of cooked chicken, cut into small cubes
• 1 cup of frozen peas

Follow These Simple Steps

1. Start by melting butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots, and cook until the vegetables become tender, for about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic, dried parsley, poultry seasoning, and flour to the pot. Stir everything together, ensuring that the vegetables are coated with flour. Allow it to cook for another minute.
3. Gradually pour in the chicken broth or stock while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Add the bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Let the soup simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Now, stir in the cooked chicken and frozen peas. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly heated and the peas become tender.
5. While the soup simmers, let’s prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Finally, stir in milk until just combined.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering soup. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for 10-12 minutes until they are cooked through and fluffy.
7. Serve the soup piping hot and savor the flavors!

Let the comforting aroma of this chicken and dumpling soup fill your home, as it warms your heart and satisfies your hunger. This timeless classic never fails to bring joy and delight. So, why not treat yourself to a bowl of this comforting goodness? Your taste buds will surely thank you!