Description
Gluten-Free Chicken & Dumplings is a comforting, hearty meal that combines tender shredded chicken, fresh carrots, celery, and a creamy broth with light, fluffy dumplings made from gluten‑free flour. This easy, 30‑minute recipe delivers classic Southern flavor without gluten, perfect for busy families or meal‑prep enthusiasts. Serve hot for a satisfying dinner that feels homemade yet requires minimal effort, and enjoy the warm aroma that fills your kitchen. Each spoonful feels like home and joy!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup gluten‑free flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot, sauté carrots and celery until softened.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then stir in shredded chicken.
- In a bowl combine gluten‑free flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder; whisk in milk to form a thick batter.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into simmering broth, cover and cook 15‑20 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For a dairy‑free version
- replace butter with oil and use a plant‑based milk. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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