Low Calorie Yet Delicious Chicken and Baby Dumplings

Savor the comforting flavors of homemade comfort food with this "Low Calorie Yet Delicious Chicken and Baby Dumplings" recipe! Perfect for guilt-free indulgence, this dish combines tender, seasoned chicken breast with a medley of hearty vegetables like carrot, celery, and onion in a flavorful low-sodium chicken broth. The crown jewel? Light and fluffy baby dumplings crafted from non-fat Greek yogurt and reduced-fat milk for a healthy twist on the classic. With just 15 minutes of prep, this nutrient-packed, one-pot meal is ready to warm your soul in under an hour. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, it’s a heartwarming choice that's big on taste and low in calories. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finish that will leave everyone reaching for seconds. Keywords: low-calorie chicken recipe, healthy dumplings, one-pot meals, easy comfort food, quick dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Carrot, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 6 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional)
• 0.5 cup Reduced-fat milk (2% or less)
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt, divided
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, divided
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt, plain and non-fat
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf, thyme (if using), and the cooked chicken back into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Whisk together.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and reduced-fat milk until smooth. Gradually stir this wet mixture into the flour mixture until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Using a teaspoon, scoop small amounts of the dough and gently drop them into the simmering soup. Repeat until all dough is used, ensuring dumplings are spread evenly across the surface.

Step 8

Cover the pot and simmer for another 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the dumplings need the steam to cook properly.

Step 9

After 15 minutes, remove the lid and check that the dumplings are cooked through (they should be fluffy and no longer doughy). Discard the bay leaf.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2506.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729.6

Total Fat 37.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 399.6mg	0%
Sodium 5199.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 187.8g	0%

Vitamin D 119.0IU	0%
Calcium 425.1mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2295.5mg	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: 20.1%

Protein: 44.3%

Carbs: 35.6%