Grandma'S Old World German Chicken Soup & Dumplings

Name: Grandma'S Old World German Chicken Soup & Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken; 2 quarts water; 10 hard rolls (Kaiser rolls); 1 -2 cup warm milk; 1/2 cup Canadian bacon, diced (optional); 1 tablespoon butter, softened; 1 small onion, diced (optional); 1 tablespoon parsley flakes; 3 eggs; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Slice hard rolls thinly and place in a large bowl; set aside to dry overnight.
2
Add the water to the chicken, season to taste and cook slowly for several hours.
3
An hour or so before serving time, make soup balls as follows:
4
Soak bread in warm milk. Bread should be moist, but not soggy.
5
If using, fry onion and bacon in butter until onion is tender (If not using skip to step 7).
6
Stir onion and bacon into moist bread.
7
Add parsley flakes, eggs, salt and pepper to bread.
8
Stir to combine all ingredients.
9
Shape into large dumplings.
10
Drop into boiling soup.
11
Simmer uncovered, for 20 minutes, or until dumplings rise to surface.

879

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs chicken, 2 quarts water, 10 hard rolls (Kaiser rolls), 1 -2 cup warm milk, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Old World German Chicken Soup & Dumplings falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!