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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Chicken and Poultry ยป 25-Minute Fluffy Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

    25-Minute Fluffy Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

    Published: Mar 20, 2025 ยท Modified: Mar 20, 2025 by Chandice ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 9 Comments

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    Fluffy & simple gluten free chicken and dumplings are a hearty and delicious dish made in no time…just 25 minutes! With light, fluffy dumplings and warm chicken soup, it’s the perfect comfort food that everyone can enjoy.

    square image of spoon full or chicken and dumplings with bowl of gluten free chicken and dumplings in the back

    The gluten-free lifestyle does not mean you have to miss out on classic recipes like chicken and dumplings. In fact, you won’t even be able to tell that this gluten free dumpling recipe is missing traditional flour.

    This recipe has been a family favorite for years. I love making in a belly-warming comfort meal for the cold winter months. Packed with veggies and protein, it’s a healthy dinner option that leaves everyone satisfied. Even the kids love it. A win-win!

    Why this recipe is the best

    • Hands down the best comfort food: A rich broth with tender chicken and soft, fluffy dumplings makes this recipe a classic.
    • Completely gluten free: This recipe keeps all the beloved flavors while being fully gluten-free, so no one has to miss out.
    • Easy to make: Simple ingredients come together effortlessly to create a meal that feels like it took all day but comes together much faster.
    • Great leftovers: I love a good soup recipe for the flavor, but also for the leftovers. My instant pot broccoli cheddar soup, tater tot casserole, and this slow cooker ham and bean soup make great leftovers as well.
    top down image of chicken and dumplings with large fluffy dumplings

    What you’ll need

    • Chicken stock – I like organic chicken broth as it is more flavorful, but you can use whatever kind you’d like.
    • Chicken – Feel free to use leftover chicken breasts if you have them! Just make sure to shred it before adding to the soup.
    • Vegetables – Carrots, peas, and celery are the essentials for this recipe but you can also throw in some bell peppers, broccoli, cabbage, or your favorite vegetables if desired.
    • Spices – Bay leaves, fresh parsley flakes, and the classic salt and black pepper will do just fine for this chicken and dumplings recipe.
    • Gluten Free Dumplings – These dumplings are so easy and delicious!

    How to make gluten-free chicken and dumplings

    Combine: Add all ingredients into a large pot and cook on medium high heat then whisk in cornstarch to thicken

    The good stuff: Add the chicken and veggies and cook

    step by step image of how to make gluten free dumplings

    The dumplings: Once the soup is boiling, add gluten free dumplings

    Enjoy: Remove the bay leaf and serve hot

    Pro tip: Once you add the gluten free dumplings, cook covered for roughly 15 minutes until they are done. For airy dumplings, they need to steam not boil.

    top down image of chicken and dumplings with large fluffy dumplings

    Do you cook dumplings on low or high heat?

    Once the stew is boiling you should cook on medium heat to medium-high heat. It should be on a gentle simmer, but not boiling to the point where the water boils over the dumplings. This will help them cook but stay intact while cooking.

    square image of spoon full or chicken and dumplings with bowl of gluten free chicken and dumplings in the back

    More recipe tips

    • Don’t over mix dumplings – When making the dumplings, it’s essential to mix the ingredients until just combined. If you overwork the dumpling dough, your dumplings will fall apart and disintegrate when cooking.
    • Use leftover chicken – If you have leftover chicken, you can use it in this soup. I love making Mississippi chicken in the instant pot and then using the leftovers in this recipe.

    Is chicken and dumplings supposed to be thick or soupy?

    This is entirely dependent on your preference. You can make your soup thicker or you can leave it as is. This recipe is somewhere in the middle between thick and soupy which is a total crowd-pleaser.

    Top down image of gluten free chicken and dumplings in a white bowl with a spoon

    What can I add to my chicken and dumplings to make it thicker?

    For a thicker texture, add one tablespoon of flour, a teaspoon of xanthan gum, or another thickening agent to the soup mixture when cooking. In addition, you can cook the gluten-free dumplings for an extra minute or two for a thicker texture. But be careful not to cook for too long.

    Storage

    Storing – Just like my instant pot chicken pasta, you can store this dumpling soup in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days. You can reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals or on the stovetop.

    Freezing – Freeze chicken and dumplings in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Make sure the soup comes to room temperature before freezing. Allow it to thaw in the fridge before reheating on the stove top.

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    25-Minute Fluffy Gluten Free Chicken and Dumplings

    square image of spoon full or chicken and dumplings with bowl of gluten free chicken and dumplings in the back
    5 from 1 vote
    Fluffy & simple gluten free chicken and dumplings are a hearty and delicious dish made in no time… just 25 minutes! With light, fluffy dumplings and warm chicken soup, it's the perfect comfort food that everyone can enjoy.
    The gluten-free lifestyle does not mean you have to miss out on classic recipes like chicken and dumplings. In fact, you won't even be able to tell that this dumpling recipe is gluten free.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 25 minutes mins
    Course: Chicken
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chicken, dumplings, gluten-free
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 145kcal
    Author: Chandice Probst

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups Chicken Stock
    • 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
    • 1 cup Carrots chopped
    • 1/2 cup Celery chopped
    • 1/2 cup Frozen Peas or mixed veggies
    • 1 Bay leaf
    • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
    • 1 teaspoon Real Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
    • gluten free dumplings

    Instructions

    • In a large stock pot, combine all ingredients and cook on high until carrots soften.
    • Bring to a boil, then add dumplings.
    • Remove the bay leaf once dumplings are cooked and enjoy.

    Notes

    Recipe tips

    • Don’t over mix dumplings – When making the dumplings, it’s important to mix the ingredients until just combined. If you overwork the dumpling dough, your dumplings will fall apart and disintegrate when cooking
    • Use leftover chicken – If you have leftover chicken, you can use it in this soup. I love making Mississippi chicken in the instant pot then using the leftovers in this recipe.

    What can I add to my chicken and dumplings to make it thicker?

    For a thicker texture, you can add 1 tablespoon of flour, teaspoon of xanthan gum, or another thickening agent to the soup mixture when cooking. In addition, you can cook the gluten-free dumplings for an extra minute or two for a thicker texture. But be careful not to cook for too long.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 772mg | Potassium: 648mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5563IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

    This is the original photo from the recipe that was published back on March 1, 2010. It has been updated in 2025 with new photos and helpful information.

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    Comments

    1. Amy says

      February 15, 2023 at 1:50 am

      5 stars
      Now this recipe is a warm hug in a bowl. If you are ever sad or not feeling well, make this chicken and dumpling recipe. It is my go to whenever Iโ€™m having a hard day

      Reply
    2. Laura says

      February 01, 2018 at 2:40 pm

      Would this work with Pamelaโ€™s Artisan blend? I have a giant bag. Thanks ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        February 01, 2018 at 6:36 pm

        It should work just fine, she has great products! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    3. CSC says

      October 22, 2013 at 10:55 pm

      Taken DIRECTLY from the Pamela’s Products website. You might want to give them credit.

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        October 27, 2013 at 7:07 am

        CSC It sure is as it was my recipe that they featured and gave me credit. http://www.pamelasproducts.com/chicken-n-dumplings/

        Reply
    4. babygirl92699 says

      November 15, 2010 at 3:16 am

      I'm going to try this out for dinner tomorrow..I bought all the stuff for it today. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    5. susanelizabeth31 says

      March 03, 2010 at 7:14 pm

      This looks really good. I might try this recipe.

      Reply
    6. Lisa says

      March 02, 2010 at 2:09 pm

      Hi,
      Just stopping by to say Hi and to check out your blog. I love your blog. Great job.
      I would love for you to stop by sometime.
      Have a wonderful week.

      Reply
    7. PattyM says

      March 01, 2010 at 7:43 pm

      This sounds like something I will try! Perfect for these chilly days!

      Reply
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