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Vegan Chicken and Dumplings

Cozy Vegan Chicken and Dumplings Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Experience the comforting taste of Vegan Chicken and Dumplings, a quick and hearty meal perfect for rainy days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 cup Soy curls Substitute with seitan or chickpeas if needed
  • 4 cups Vegan chicken broth Rehydrate soy curls for better taste
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan butter Olive oil or broth works for oil-free
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions are best
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances flavor
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Ensure it's aluminum-free
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 can Canned full-fat coconut milk Substitute with cashew cream if desired
  • 1 cup Room temperature or warm water

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Chicken and Dumplings
  1. In a bowl, combine soy curls with vegan chicken broth and let soak for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, melt vegan butter over medium heat and sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery for about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add all-purpose flour and stir for about 30 seconds, then pour in remaining vegan chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix with warm water and coconut milk to form a dough.
  6. Add the rehydrated soy curls to the pot and let simmer for a minute or two.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, drop dumpling dough into the simmering soup, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
  8. Stir in the canned coconut milk to enrich the soup and warm before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Best enjoyed fresh, but can freeze the soup separately for up to 2 months.

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