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Chicken and Pumpkin Dumplings

Savory Chicken and Pumpkin Dumplings for Cozy Fall Evenings

Creamy Chicken and Pumpkin Dumplings are a comforting one-pot meal perfect for chilly fall evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups Chicken Breasts can be swapped for thighs for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée canned or fresh works beautifully
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium helps control saltiness
  • 2 cups Vegetable Mirepoix (carrots, celery, onion) pre-chopped for quicker prep
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups Flour thickening agent
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder do not substitute with baking soda alone
  • ¼ cup Butter keep cold for airy dumpling dough
  • 1 large Egg can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan alternative
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Milk feel free to use heavy cream or plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice can be swapped with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional based on flavor preference

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 3 tablespoons of cold butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add pre-chopped mirepoix and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  2. Dust the vegetables with ¼ cup of flour and gradually pour in chicken broth and pumpkin purée. Mix continuously and season with 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, then add chicken breasts. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken, shred, and return it to the pot along with 1 cup of diced squash and 1 cup of milk. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix in ¼ cup of grated cold butter. In another bowl, whisk 1 egg and ¾ cup of milk. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a dumpling dough.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough into the simmering soup, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes without lifting the lid.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth to restore creaminess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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