Cozy One-Pot Chicken & Dumpling Soup for Cold Winter Days

Winter days call for something warm, comforting, and easy to make. Lately, I’ve been craving something simple yet nourishing—something that fills the kitchen with the scent of warm chicken broth and spices. This one-pot Chicken & Dumpling Soup has been my go-to, and I know you’ll love it too!

With tender chicken, aromatic spices, and pillowy dumplings, this soup is perfect for a cozy night in. Plus, it’s all made in one pot, so cleanup is minimal. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 slices ginger
• 3 star anise
• 1 tbsp chicken bouillon
• 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1.7 L of water
• 2 cups frozen dumplings
• Cooked rice noodles for serving
• 1 tbsp butter for cooking

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs until golden brown.
2. Add diced onions, ginger, and star anise. Stir for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Pour in the water and add the chicken bouillon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Stir in the fish sauce and add frozen dumplings. Let them cook for another 10 minutes.
5. Remove the chicken thighs, dice them into smaller pieces, and return them to the pot.
6. To serve, place cooked rice noodles in a bowl, ladle in the hot broth, chicken, and dumplings.
7. Garnish with green onions and serve warm. Enjoy!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• One-pot wonder – minimal cleanup means more time to relax.
• Packed with flavor – the combination of ginger, star anise, and fish sauce gives the broth a rich depth.
• Quick and satisfying – ready in under an hour, perfect for weeknights.

Next time you're wrapped in a blanket and need something warm in your hands, give this Chicken & Dumpling Soup a try. It’s like a hug in a bowl!

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