Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings | One of The Best Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes

This gluten free chicken and dumplings recipe is just as easy as it is delicious! It's filling and flavorful with wholesome chicken soup and gluten free dumplings made entirely from scratch. Plus, the whole recipe comes together in just one pot, making it a simple cooking process with quick clean up. 

THE BEST GLUTEN FREE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

When it comes to comforting soup recipes this chicken and dumpling soup has got to be at the top of the list. 

There's just something about the combination of warm chicken soup and tender dumplings that's so comforting – and it's even better when it's homemade!

And what I love about this recipe is that you get the same filling and wholesome deliciousness as classic chicken and dumplings but without any gluten.

That said, this recipe comes together in about 1 hour and 15 minutes and yields 4 servings – making it perfect for a family dinner or meal prep for the week! 

Also, the majority of that cook-time is just "passive" cook-time, with the whole thing cooking in one pot on the stovetop. 

So, you can expect easy prep, easy cooking, and easy clean-up with this recipe. 

Oh, and by the way, if you're looking for a gluten free dessert to pair this soup with, this gluten free coffee cake recipe is one I highly recommend.

INGREDIENTS FOR GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

So, most of the ingredients for this recipe are everyday kitchen staples.

For instance, the chicken soup is made with:

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 chicken thighs and drumsticks
• 3 carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped 
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• Black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley leaf for garnish

And the dumplings are made with:

• 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour
• ½ teaspoon. salt
• Pinch of black pepper
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 4 Tablespoons half and half

See, just a few basic ingredients that create a whole lot of flavor. 

And a great thing about this recipe is taking out or adding in any spices or vegetables that you prefer. But we'll talk more about some other vegetables you can use in the soup later on. 

Now, for the gluten free flour, it can be confusing as to which one to use.  

However, if you regularly make gluten-free recipes, you probably have the one you need already stocked.

If not, no worries, we'll dive into what you need below.

GLUTEN-FREE FLOURS TO USE AND AVOID

So, drop dumplings typically are made with regular all-purpose flour, which contains a high gluten content.

But, to make this recipe gluten-free, we will be swapping out regular flour for gluten-free flour. 

Now, although there are various gluten-free flours available, I highly recommend using a gluten-free flour blend or making your own.

For the gluten-free flour, you will want to use a kind that says gluten-free baking flour or a gluten-free substitute for wheat flour. And make sure it measures out with regular flour on a 1:1 ratio. 

These gluten-free flours are usually a combination of several gluten-free flours such as white rice flour, brown rice flour, sorghum flour, arrowroot flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch. 

Combining these flours allows the gluten-free flour to behave the same way regular flour does, giving you the best results for the dumplings. 

That said, if you want to make your own gluten-free flour, here is a basic recipe that yields two-and-a-half cups of flour:

• 1 ½ cup brown rice flour
• ¼ cup white rice flour
• ½ cup potato starch. 
• ¼ cup tapioca starch 
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 

Simply whisk the ingredients together, and store the flour in an airtight container or glass jar. 

Vegetables to Use

So when it comes to the chicken soup base, I like keeping it simple and only using a few vegetables. 

And for this recipe, we will be using carrots, celery, and yellow onions to give our broth some heartiness and flavor. 

However, if you prefer to load up your soup with vegetables, there is a variety that you can add to this recipe, such as:

• Corn 
• Green beans 
• Peas 
• Potatoes
• Green peppers
• Red peppers 
• Spinach 
• Broccoli florets 

So, feel free to add your favorite vegetables to this recipe. And put in as many as you want, because you can never have too many vegetables!

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN FREE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

Now that we've covered the ingredients let's get into the recipe!

There are just three parts to this gluten-free chicken and dumplings recipe: making the chicken soup, making the dumplings, and combining them.

And everything cooks in the same pot on the stovetop.

Seriously, it's that easy. 

STEP 1: MAKING THE CHICKEN SOUP

First, place the chicken and vegetables in a medium pot and pour in 6 cups of chicken broth. Let it come to a boil, then reduce the heat until the soup is just simmering.

Next, season the soup with your salt, black pepper, and turmeric.

Let everything simmer until the chicken is completely cooked - usually about 40-50 minutes. Also, while the chicken is cooking, you can start making the dumpling dough - we'll get into this more in a minute.

Anyway, once your chicken is cooked, take it out of the pot, and shred it off the bone with two forks. Then, once that's taken care of, place the chicken back in the pot. 

Now, let the soup simmer and add any additional salt, pepper, or spices to your taste.

STEP 2: MAKING THE DUMPLINGS 

So, to make your gluten free dumpling you'll want to add your gluten-free flour, salt, and baking powder to a medium-sized bowl. And you can use a whisk to mix, but a fork will work just as well.

Then, add the half-and-half and melted butter into the dry ingredient mixture and stir until you have sticky dumpling dough.

STEP 3: FINISHING THE SOUP

Ok, now for the most satisfying part of the recipe – dropping in the dumplings!

And you will be doing this step after the chicken has cooked, is shredded, and the soup is simmering. 

So, using a small tablespoon, scoop up balls of the dough and drop them into the simmering soup. And your dumpling should keep their shape as they cook.

Now, after you drop the dumplings into the soup, cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook through - this should take about 10 minutes.

Then, when the chicken and dumplings are ready, stir in the fresh chopped parsley, ladle into soup bowls, and enjoy!

STORING YOUR GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

Ok, so if you have some chicken and dumpling leftovers from dinner, or are planning to use this recipe for meal prep, then you're in for a treat.

This recipe tastes even better the next day! The flavors continue to meld together, and the tender dumplings soak up all that deliciousness.

That said, you can store the chicken and dumplings in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 

And to reheat this tasty meal, you can either put it in the microwave or on the stove. 

If you want to microwave it, transfer it to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for about a minute. Stir around the dumplings, then continue to microwave in 30-second intervals until it reaches your desired temperature.

For the stove, put it over medium-low heat, and occasionally stir the dumplings around until they are heated through.

How To Freeze Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Now, if you want to save this meal for longer, you can freeze it for up to 4 months.

So, to do this, let the chicken and dumplings cool to room temperature. Then, separate the dumplings from the soup, and place them in a freezer-safe bag. And make sure that after you add them to the bag you push out as much air as possible from the bag.

Then, after you've taken care of your dumplings, store what's left of your soup in a freezer-safe airtight container. 

Now, when you want to enjoy this comforting meal, let it thaw entirely in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave or on the stove. 

And that's it, a healthy meal containing soft and tender dumplings, protein-packed chicken, and nutritious vegetables - you can't find a more complete meal than this! 

Have this gluten-free chicken and dumplings on a chilly day for a wholesome family dinner or meal prep for the week, so you only have to cook once. 

I hope you enjoy this recipe, and if you make it, let me know what you think in the comments below.

MORE GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS

Oh, and if you want some more gluten-free meals and sides, I've got a few delicious ones on the blog!

Check these out:

• Blackened Chicken 
• Low Carb Chicken Nuggets
• Low Carb French Fries
• Cauliflower Soup 
• Cauliflower Steaks 

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