Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

A warm and hearty gluten-free dish combining tender chicken, seasoned vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, perfect for cozy dinners or quick weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts You can use frozen chicken, just increase cooking time.
4 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium broth for less salt.
1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour Look for certified gluten-free brands.
2 tsp baking powder For fluffiness in the dumplings.
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup butter, melted Substitute with dairy-free alternative if needed.
3/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative) Use almond milk or oat milk for dairy-free.
1 cup chopped vegetables (carrots, celery, onions) Feel free to add other veggies.
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp thyme Fresh thyme works well.
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Preparation

In a large pot, cook the chicken in the chicken broth over medium heat until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
In the same broth, add the chopped vegetables and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter and milk until a dough forms.

Cooking

Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the pot with the broth and vegetables.
Cover and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
Add the shredded chicken back into the pot, season with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Serve hot and enjoy your gluten-free comfort food!

Notes

To ensure tender dumplings, avoid overmixing the dough; just combine the ingredients until no dry flour remains. For a thicker broth, let it simmer uncovered for a few minutes after adding the dumplings. Consider adding a bay leaf or a dash of lemon juice for extra flavor.