Why Make This Recipe
Easy Dumplings with Chicken is a comforting dish that brings warmth and togetherness to the dining table. It’s perfect for cozy dinners, family gatherings, or even a quick weeknight meal. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also uses ingredients you might already have on hand. Plus, the fluffy dumplings swimming in rich chicken broth make it a filling and satisfying choice for anyone.
How to Make Easy Dumplings With Chicken
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Directions:
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering broth.
- Let the dumplings cook for about 10-15 minutes until they are fluffy and cooked through.
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot and stir gently.
- Serve hot!
How to Serve Easy Dumplings With Chicken
Serve the dumplings hot in bowls, making sure to ladle some of the flavorful broth into each serving. You can garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for an added touch. This dish goes well with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad to round out the meal.
How to Store Easy Dumplings With Chicken
To store any leftovers, place the dumplings and broth in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you want to save it for longer, consider freezing it. Just make sure to keep the dumplings separate from the broth if you plan to freeze it, as they may become soggy upon reheating.
Tips to Make Easy Dumplings With Chicken
- Ensure the chicken broth is hot enough before adding the dumpling dough to help them cook evenly.
- Don’t overmix the dough. Just combine until it’s formed to keep the dumplings fluffy.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste; a bit of garlic powder or onion powder can add a nice flavor.
Variation
You can switch up the type of flour you use, such as using all-purpose flour instead of coconut and almond flour, if preferred. Additionally, feel free to add vegetables like carrots or peas to the broth for more nutrition and flavor.
FAQs
Can I use leftover rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Yes, leftover rotisserie chicken works great! Just shred it and add it to the broth.
What can I do if I don’t have almond flour?
If you don’t have almond flour, you can substitute it with regular all-purpose flour.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is already gluten-free due to the use of almond and coconut flour. Just ensure all other ingredients, like baking powder, are labeled gluten-free.
Easy Dumplings with Chicken
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A comforting dish of fluffy dumplings in rich chicken broth, perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering broth.
- Let the dumplings cook for about 10-15 minutes until they are fluffy and cooked through.
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot and stir gently.
- Serve hot!
Notes
Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives. Serve with steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: dumplings, chicken, comfort food, gluten-free, easy recipes