Bird's Chicken Stew with Dumplings or Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm up with Bird’s Chicken Stew with Dumplings or Chicken Noodle Soup, an ultimate comfort food recipe that combines tender, shredded chicken thighs with hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes in a rich, herb-infused broth. Whether you opt for fluffy homemade dumplings or noodle add-ins, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a soul-soothing bowl of goodness. Perfect for chilly evenings, this one-pot recipe is easy to make and ready in just over an hour. With its classic flavors and customizable elements, it’s a versatile meal that’s sure to please the whole family. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a cozy, satisfying dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, cubed
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the chicken thighs to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Add the cubed potatoes, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

While the stew simmers, prepare the dumpling mixture: In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until a dough forms.

Step 7

After 20 minutes, remove the chicken thighs from the pot. Shred the chicken using two forks, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering stew. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time to ensure the dumplings cook properly.

Step 9

Discard the bay leaf, taste the stew, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2141.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1496.7

Total Fat 57.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 76.6mg	0%
Sodium 5924.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 465.4mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 4021.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.0%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 55.6%