Easy Chicken or Turkey with Dumplings
Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty and comforting Easy Chicken or Turkey with Dumplings, a classic comfort food that's perfect for using up leftovers! Tender shredded chicken or turkey swims in a rich, velvety soup made from savory chicken broth, hearty root vegetables, and a touch of milk for extra creaminess. The crowning glory? Fluffy, pillowy homemade dumplings gently steamed to perfection right on top of the simmering soup. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total cooking time under an hour, this family-friendly dish is an easy weeknight dinner option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness, then dig into a warm, satisfying meal that feels like a hug in a bowl!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken or turkey (shredded or chopped)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 large carrots (sliced)
- 2 large celery stalks (sliced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening the soup)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for dumplings, melted)
- 1 cup milk (for dumplings)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional garnish)
- salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
Add the shredded chicken or turkey to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for 10 minutes while you prepare the dumpling batter.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir in the melted butter and 1 cup of milk until just combined; do not overmix.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop small spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering soup. They will expand as they cook, so leave some space between each dumpling.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings steam for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as it will affect the dumplings' texture.
After 15 minutes, check the dumplings by piercing one with a toothpick or knife; it should come out clean. If not cooked through, cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve the chicken or turkey with dumplings hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.7 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.6 g | 213% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 8425 mg | 366% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.8 g | ||
| Protein | 286.7 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 984 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 4984 mg | 106% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
