The Only soup recipe you need when the weather is cold outside!

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while margarine is cost-effective.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water is budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Low-sodium options are healthier, while water is a cost saver.

Cook chicken in a large pot over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add carrots, celery, and onion to the pot.

Sauté vegetables until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in garlic, thyme, and dill; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Return chicken to the pot; add broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt for dumplings.

Add milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients; stir until combined.

Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the simmering soup.

Cover and cook for 15 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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