Description
Warm up with this hearty and comforting Stuffing Dumpling Soup recipe that’s perfect for using up holiday leftovers. This flavorful soup features tender vegetables, shredded chicken, and savory dumplings made from leftover stuffing. A satisfying meal that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
For the Dumplings:
- 3 cups leftover stuffing
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Soup: In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until tender. Stir in garlic. Pour in chicken broth, add thyme, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Simmer.
- Dumplings: Mix stuffing, egg, flour, and parsley. Form into balls. Drop into simmering soup. Cook covered for 10–12 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Great way to use up holiday leftovers.
- If stuffing is dry, add broth to bind.
- Soup can be made vegetarian by omitting chicken and using vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
