Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings
A comforting and creamy dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a savory gluten-free broth perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth Use homemade for extra flavor if possible.
- 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup butter (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk to form a thick dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the boiling broth.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
- Stir in thyme and black pepper before serving.
Notes
Serve in a rustic bowl with chopped fresh parsley on top. Great with crispy bread for non-gluten-free diners. Refrigerates well for 3-4 days.