Low Sodium Hearty Chicken Soup with Herb Dumplings

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Low Sodium Hearty Chicken Soup with Herb Dumplings is the perfect dish for cozy nights or when you're craving a wholesome meal. This recipe features tender shredded chicken, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a fragrant broth seasoned with thyme and parsley—all without the excess sodium. Topped with light, fluffy herb-infused dumplings made from scratch, every spoonful delivers both nourishment and satisfaction. With a simple 20-minute prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this soup comes together effortlessly while being heart-healthy and full of fresh, natural flavors. Ideal for anyone seeking a low-sodium yet hearty recipe, this comforting bowl can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or paired with a crisp side salad for the ultimate cozy dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts into the pot and pour the low sodium chicken broth over them.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried parsley, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the chicken for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.

Step 8

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder for the dumplings.

Step 9

Add the melted unsalted butter, low-fat milk, chopped parsley, and chopped chives to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 10

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 11

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough gently into the simmering soup.

Step 12

Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for about 10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and fluffy.

Step 13

Remove the bay leaf before serving the soup.

Step 14

Ladle the soup and dumplings into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2616.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2072.1

Total Fat 83.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 488.2mg	0%
Sodium 4610.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 182.1g	0%

Vitamin D 54.9IU	0%
Calcium 541.3mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 3729.3mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 35.5%

Carbs: 27.8%