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Pillsbury Biscuit Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Bowl of chicken and dumpling soup made with Pillsbury buttermilk biscuits
Chicken and dumpling soup made with soft Pillsbury buttermilk biscuit dumplings.

A Cozy and Comforting Biscuit Dumpling Soup

This Pillsbury biscuit chicken and dumpling soup creates a warm and comforting meal that feels perfect for cold evenings, busy weeknights, or family dinners. The broth becomes rich and creamy, and the vegetables soften as they simmer. Because the dumplings come from canned biscuits, the recipe stays simple and approachable. The biscuits turn fluffy and tender as they cook, and they soak up the flavor of the broth. The final result tastes homemade, hearty, and full of classic chicken soup comfort.

Bowl of chicken and dumpling soup made with Pillsbury buttermilk biscuits

Pillsbury Biscuit Chicken and Dumpling Soup

A Cozy and Comforting Biscuit Dumpling Soup This Pillsbury biscuit chicken and dumpling soup creates a warm and comforting meal that feels perfect for cold evenings, busy weeknights, or family dinners. The broth becomes rich and creamy, and the vegetables soften as they simmer. Because the dumplings come from canned biscuits, the recipe stays simple and approachable. The biscuits turn fluffy and tender as they cook, and they soak up the flavor of the broth. The final result tastes homemade, hearty, and full of classic chicken soup comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Soup

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 large onion chopped
  • 4 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 large carrots sliced
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Better Than Bouillon
  • 2 tbsp all purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth or stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 lbs cooked chicken cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Dumplings

  • 1 can Pillsbury buttermilk biscuits

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook until soft.
  • Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and bouillon. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 20 minutes until carrots are tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken and peas and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Rip biscuit dough into small pieces and drop into the pot.
  • Cover and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

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Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 22gFat: 14g
Keyword chicken, dumpling, soup
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Building the Flavor Base

You begin by melting butter in a Dutch oven. As the butter melts, it creates a rich base for the vegetables. You add chopped onion, celery, and carrots. These vegetables soften as they cook and release sweetness that blends into the broth. Once they turn tender, you add garlic, Italian seasoning, and Better Than Bouillon. These ingredients deepen the flavor and add warmth. Because the heat stays moderate, the vegetables cook evenly without browning too quickly.

Thickening the Broth

After the vegetables soften, you stir in the flour. The flour coats the vegetables and helps thicken the soup as it simmers. This step gives the broth a creamy texture without adding heavy cream. Once the flour cooks for a minute, you pour in the chicken broth. The broth loosens the mixture and creates a smooth base. As the soup simmers, the carrots soften and the flavors blend. The broth becomes rich and full of depth.

Adding the Chicken and Peas

Once the broth simmers, you season it with salt and pepper. Then you add the cooked chicken and frozen peas. The chicken warms through and absorbs the flavor of the broth. The peas add color and sweetness. Because the chicken is already cooked, it blends into the soup quickly. After a few minutes of simmering, the soup becomes ready for the dumplings.

Making the Biscuit Dumplings

The dumplings come from a can of Pillsbury buttermilk biscuits. You rip each biscuit into small pieces and drop them into the simmering soup. As the dumplings cook, they expand and soften. They absorb the broth and become fluffy and tender. You cover the pot and let the dumplings steam for fifteen minutes. Keeping the lid closed helps them cook evenly and prevents them from becoming dense.

A Warm and Satisfying Meal

When the dumplings finish cooking, the soup becomes thick, creamy, and full of flavor. The vegetables stay tender, the chicken stays juicy, and the dumplings become soft and comforting. This recipe works well for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights at home. The ingredients stay simple, the steps stay easy, and the final result tastes like a classic homemade soup.

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Hi, I make cooking and baking videos from my home kitchen. I love sharing easy recipes, comfort food, desserts, snacks, and simple meals that anyone can make. I’m always trying new things, whether it’s a cheesy skillet dinner, a quick party appetizer, or a fun dessert with way too much butter. My goal is to make cooking feel relaxed, fun, and doable and maybe inspire you to try something new in your own kitchen.

Hi, I make cooking and baking videos from my home kitchen. I love sharing easy recipes, comfort food, desserts, snacks, and simple meals that anyone can make. I’m always trying new things, whether it’s a cheesy skillet dinner, a quick party appetizer, or a fun dessert with way too much butter. My goal is to make cooking feel relaxed, fun, and doable and maybe inspire you to try something new in your own kitchen.

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