Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
This hearty gluten-free chicken and dumplings recipe brings comfort food to the table without the gluten. Tender chicken is simmered in a creamy broth, accompanied by fluffy dumplings made with gluten-free flour. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth Ensure certified gluten-free.
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken Can use rotisserie chicken.
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Ensure certified gluten-free.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk Dairy or non-dairy.
- ¼ cup melted butter or margarine
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and stir in the shredded chicken, frozen peas, thyme, rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- While the broth is heating, prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter until just combined.
- Once the broth is boiling, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture on top of the simmering broth. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes without lifting the lid, until the dumplings have puffed up and are cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients, including the chicken broth and flour, are certified gluten-free to maintain the recipe's integrity. This dish can be made with rotisserie chicken for added convenience or swapped with vegetables for a vegetarian version. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.