High Protein Chicken Dumpling Soup

Warm up your weeknights with this hearty and nourishing High Protein Chicken Dumpling Soup, a comfort food classic with a healthy twist! Packed with tender chunks of chicken breast, nutrient-rich carrots and celery, and light, fluffy dumplings made from high-protein ingredients like egg whites and non-fat Greek yogurt, this soup is perfect for those looking to boost their protein intake without sacrificing flavor. The savory broth, infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, is simmered to perfection, creating a rich, flavorful base that pairs beautifully with the soft whole wheat dumplings. Ready in just one hour, this cozy bowl of goodness is ideal for meal prep or a satisfying family dinner. Serve it hot, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy a wholesome, protein-packed meal that warms you from the inside out!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 egg whites
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots. Slice the celery stalks and dice the onion.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth. Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Return the chicken to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer.

Step 8

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, whole wheat flour, baking powder, Greek yogurt, and fresh parsley until a smooth batter forms.

Step 9

Use a spoon to drop the dumpling batter into the simmering soup, forming small dumplings. Cover the pot and let cook for 15 minutes, allowing dumplings to puff up and cook through.

Step 10

After 15 minutes, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Discard the bay leaf.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving gets enough chicken, vegetables, and dumplings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2572.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1489.2

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 289.5mg	0%
Sodium 3921.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 165.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 356.8mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1945.8mg	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: 19.4%

Protein: 43.8%

Carbs: 36.7%