Csirkeleves (creamy Chicken And Dumpling Soup)

Csirkeleves, or Creamy Chicken and Dumpling Soup, is a classic dish in Palatine cuisine, known for its comforting and hearty flavors. This soup is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a cold winter day.

Csirkeleves (creamy Chicken And Dumpling Soup)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken pieces, carrots, celery, onion, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  2. While the soup is simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl, mix the flour, eggs, salt, and pepper to form a dough. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into small squares.
  3. Add the dumplings to the simmering soup and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley. Cook for another 5 minutes until the soup is creamy and the chicken is fully cooked.
  5. Serve the Csirkeleves hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl Rolling pin Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Csirkeleves with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a time-saving option, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and store-bought chicken broth.

Cost

$15