While the soup simmers, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the milk and melted butter until a sticky dough forms.
Shred the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Add Peas and Dumplings
Stir in the frozen peas and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough into the simmering soup, ensuring they don't touch. Cover the pot and cook for 12-15 minutes without lifting the lid to allow the dumplings to cook through.
Serve
Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving gets dumplings and plenty of chicken and vegetables.
Tips for Perfect Dumplings
Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the dough can make dumplings dense instead of fluffy.
Keep the Lid On: Resist the urge to lift the lid while the dumplings cook to retain steam.
Optional Garnish: Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cracked black pepper for a finishing touch.
Enjoy this hearty, soul-warming bowl of chicken and dumpling soup!
