Description
Leftover Turkey & Dumpling Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup transforms your holiday turkey into a warm, cozy meal that delights with every spoonful. Tender turkey and fluffy dumplings simmer in a rich, savory broth, making it a family favorite that’s easy to prepare. Whether you’re enjoying it after Thanksgiving or on any cold night, this soup wraps you in warmth and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and add shredded turkey. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, milk, and melted butter until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the soup; cover and steam for 10-12 minutes until dumplings are fluffy.
- Stir in parsley and thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg