Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings
A comforting bowl of chicken broth infused with fresh lemon and dill, topped with fluffy herb dumplings. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken broth, boneless chicken breasts, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 12 oz boneless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Simmer 4 cups chicken broth with 12 oz diced chicken breasts over medium-low heat for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred, and return to broth. Stir in 3 tbsp fresh dill and 1 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 2: Whisk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 cup chicken broth, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a bowl until smooth. Drop 1 tbsp portions of batter into simmering broth, spacing them apart.
- Step 3: Cover and cook for 8 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through. Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional dill or lemon zest if needed.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon-Dill Chicken Soup with Dill Dumplings?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The dumplings were perfect, and the lemon flavor brightened the whole soup. Made for my kids and they loved it!
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious. The dill dumplings are a game-changer!
- ★★★★★
A lovely balance of lemon and dill. My family enjoyed it so much I'll make it again this week.
