{"id":264252,"date":"2026-09-21T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/21\/i-thought-chicken-soup-was-cozy-then-i-added-these-dumplings-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-09-21T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T12:00:00","slug":"i-thought-chicken-soup-was-cozy-then-i-added-these-dumplings-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/21\/i-thought-chicken-soup-was-cozy-then-i-added-these-dumplings-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"I Thought Chicken Soup Was Cozy\u2026 Then I Added These Dumplings &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This <strong>one-pot dinner<\/strong> is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft <strong>homemade dumplings<\/strong> steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Pot of chicken and dumpling soup with a large serving spoon in it. \" class=\"wp-image-348130\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 id=\"h-reasons-to-grab-a-spoon\" class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Reasons to Grab a Spoon<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>One Pot, Less Mess:<\/strong>\u00a0Everything comes together in one pot, including the dumplings, so cleanup is a breeze.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Every Bite Has It All:<\/strong>\u00a0Creamy broth, tender chicken, hearty veggies, and fluffy dumplings come together for a spoonful full of flavor and texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dinner with a Shortcut:<\/strong>\u00a0Use leftover roast chicken or a store bought rotisserie chicken to get this comforting meal on the table even faster.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-chicken-and-dumpling-soup-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chicken and Dumpling Soup Ingredients <\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled chicken soup ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-348283\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplingsSoup-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong>\u00a0Use leftover rotisserie chicken or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-shredded-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">cooked shredded chicken<\/a>\u00a0to make this soup even easier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evaporated Milk:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds creamy richness without making the soup too heavy. You can swap it for <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-half-and-half\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"173401\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">half-and-half<\/a> if preferred.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Herbs:<\/strong>\u00a0Fresh herbs work well in place of dried. Use 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs for every 1 teaspoon of dried herbs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled dumpling ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-348284\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsChickenandDumplings-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-chicken-and-dumpling-soup\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Chicken and Dumpling Soup<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-chicken-and-dumplings\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicken and dumplings<\/a> is always a family favorite! I wanted to keep all the cozy flavor of the classic dish, but turn it into an easy, creamy soup. If you love this recipe, try my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken and dumpling casserole<\/a> next.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Cook the Veggies:<\/strong> In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil,\u00a0onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saut\u00e9 Garlic:<\/strong> Add garlic\u00a0and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-seasoning\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"126164\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian seasoning<\/a>. Cook for about a minute, until the garlic is fragrant. Stir in all-purpose flour\u00a0and cook for another minute.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simmer:<\/strong> Slowly whisk in <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-broth\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"210588\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken broth<\/a>\u00a0and evaporated milk. Add cooked chicken\u00a0and bay leaf.\u00a0Season with\u00a0salt and pepper\u00a0to taste and bring to a simmer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Dumplings:<\/strong> In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder,\u00a0salt, and cold diced butter. Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3z9ywj5\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">pastry blender<\/a> or a fork to cut the butter into the flour until it\u2019s evenly distributed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Milk:<\/strong> Pour in the milk and stir just until the dough comes together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Steam Dumplings:<\/strong> Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly across the soup. Turn the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the dumplings steam for 15 minutes, or until cooked through. Serve chicken and dumpling soup warm. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348290\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Celery, onions, and carrots cooking in the olive oil in the pot. \" class=\"wp-image-348290\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348291\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Seasonings and garlic added to the pot with flour. \" class=\"wp-image-348291\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348288\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken broth and evaporated milk added to the pot. \" class=\"wp-image-348288\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348287\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Flour, baking powder, salt and cold butter being combined with a pastry blender. \" class=\"wp-image-348287\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348289\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Milk added to the mixture to make the dumplings. \" class=\"wp-image-348289\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"348286\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken and dumpling batter added to the top of the soup. \" class=\"wp-image-348286\" title=\"Chicken and dumpling soup will have everyone racing to the table! This one-pot dinner is loaded with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth. Soft homemade dumplings steam right on top for the perfect finishing touch.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChickenandDumplingsSoup-8-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tips\" class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tips<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep the Dough Light:<\/strong> Mix just until the dough comes together. Overmixing can make the dumplings dense instead of soft and fluffy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let Them Steam:<\/strong> Once the dumplings go in, cover the pot and keep the heat low. The steam helps them cook through while staying soft and tender.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-must-have-tools-for-this-recipe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must Have Tools for This Recipe<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3x3e9ms\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Large Pot<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/46n7wLb\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Dutch Oven<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Use a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid for cooking the soup and steaming the dumplings.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3z9ywj5\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Pastry Blender<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Makes it easy to cut the cold butter into the flour for the dumpling dough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup.jpg&amp;description=Chicken and Dumpling Soup\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"347905\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-dumpling-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-347912\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"347912\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-585942810\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-585942810\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-347912-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-347912-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"347912\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-347912-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large pot over medium heat, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">3 tablespoons olive oil<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 small diced yellow onion<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">2 large diced carrots<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">2 ribs diced celery<\/span>. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-347912-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-4 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">3 cloves minced garlic<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-17 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">2 teaspoons Italian seasoning<\/span>. Cook for about a minute, until the garlic is fragrant. Stir in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-19 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/span> and cook for another minute.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-347912-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly whisk in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-5 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">6 cups chicken broth<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-18 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk<\/span>. Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-8 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">4 cups cooked chicken<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-6 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 bay leaf<\/span> Season with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-7 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">salt and pepper<\/span> to taste and bring to a simmer.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-347912-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">While the soup is simmering, make the dumplings. In a bowl, combine <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-12 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-13 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 \u00bd teaspoons baking powder<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-14 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">1 teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-15 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">\u00bc cup cold diced butter<\/span>. Use a pastry blender or a fork to cut the butter into the flour until it&#8217;s evenly distributed.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-347912-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-347912-16 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\" data-show-connector=\"1\">\u00be cup milk<\/span> over the flour mixture and stir just until the dough comes together. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly across the soup. Turn the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the dumplings steam for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-347912-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator: <\/strong>Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop until heated through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer: <\/strong>Cool soup completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight. For best results, remove the dumplings from the soup before freezing, and when reheating, make a fresh batch of dumplings, as the dumplings don\u2019t freeze well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-347912-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">404<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">29<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">25<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">86<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1198<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">491<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3410<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">226<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p 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