Description
This Gluten-Free Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a comforting, hearty one-pot meal perfect for a cozy dinner. It features tender cooked chicken, gluten-free broth, and fluffy gluten-free dumplings made with Bisquick Gluten Free mix. The use of dried sage, thyme, and onion powder adds warm, aromatic flavors, while the option for dairy-free milk and butter substitutes makes it adaptable to various dietary needs. Ready in just 35 minutes, this meal is both easy and satisfying, with the dumplings cooked directly in the savory broth for a perfectly blended taste.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Broth
- 3-4 cups cooked skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cups gluten-free chicken broth
- 2 cups gluten-free frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tablespoon dried sage
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Dumplings
- 2 cups milk (use dairy-free options like cashew, coconut, or almond milk if preferred)
- 6 tablespoons gluten-free cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups Bisquick Gluten Free mix
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 2/3 cup milk (dairy-free alternatives as above)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (use Smart Balance, Earth Balance butter, or coconut oil for dairy-free)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, combine the gluten-free chicken broth, diced cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, dried sage, dried thyme, and onion powder. Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Make the Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups of milk and 6 tablespoons of gluten-free cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. This slurry will help thicken the broth.
- Thicken the Broth: Pour the milk and cornstarch mixture into the boiling pot with the chicken broth and stir well to combine. Continue boiling to allow the broth to thicken slightly.
- Prepare the Dumpling Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk the two eggs. Add the 1 1/2 cups Bisquick Gluten Free mix to the eggs and stir until combined. Then add the melted butter and 2/3 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative) and stir until the batter is fully mixed. Note that the batter will be sticky.
- Form and Cook Dumplings: Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop for larger dumplings, drop heaping spoonfuls of the batter into the simmering chicken broth mixture.
- Simmer Dumplings: Reduce the heat to low and cook the dumplings uncovered for 10 minutes to allow them to cook through.
- Finish Cooking: Cover the pot and continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes to fully set the dumplings and let all flavors develop.
- Serve: Remove the pot from heat and serve the chicken and dumplings hot. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated as needed. Enjoy your comforting gluten-free meal!
Notes
- This gluten-free chicken and dumplings recipe is a super easy, one-pot dinner ready in just 35 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights.
- The recipe includes options to substitute dairy with plant-based milk and butter alternatives, making it suitable for those who are dairy-free.
- Using an ice cream scoop can help create uniformly sized, larger dumplings.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and can be reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 451 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 1207 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 134 mg
