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Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

A cozy and creamy dish that features tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich broth, all made in one pot for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, diced Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for best results.
  • 4 cups chicken broth You can use homemade or store-bought broth.
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour Ensure the flour is labeled gluten-free.
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative) Use any non-dairy milk if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup butter (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened and fragrant.
  3. Toss in the diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk to form a thick dough.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the boiling broth.
  7. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
  8. Stir in thyme and black pepper before serving.

Notes

To elevate the flavor, sauté the veggies until they get caramelized. Serve in a big bowl with crusty gluten-free bread on the side.