These gluten-free soup dumplings are a wonderful addition to chicken or vegetable broths. They form a tender exterior with a fluffy center and a slight chew that soaks up the savory liquid.

If you enjoy making homemade additions, try our gluten-free wonton wrapper soup for another comforting bowl. We love adding extras to soup — dumplings, croutons, or a slice of homemade gluten-free bread all elevate a simple bowl into something special.

Gluten-Free Soup Dumplings Recipe

Once you add dumplings to soup, it’s hard to go back. These dumplings soak up the broth and turn a plain soup into a satisfying, comforting meal — perfect for chilly nights or an easy weeknight dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Tasty – The dumplings are soft and absorb the savory broth, adding a pleasant texture to every spoonful.

Comfort food favorite – Adding dumplings turns soup into a cozy, feel-good meal that’s popular in our winter rotation. It’s great for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Easy to make – Dumplings are simpler than they look. With a few basic ingredients you can have them ready even after a busy day.

What’s in These Gluten-Free Soup Dumplings?

The dumplings themselves use just six main ingredients. If you’re making a full chicken and dumplings soup you’ll use more, but the dumpling mixture is straightforward and quick to prepare.

For the gluten-free dumplings:

• 2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour – Use a certified gluten-free blend (look for products labeled according to FDA guidance).
• ½ tsp xanthan gum – Omit if your flour blend already contains it.
• 2 tsp baking powder – For light, fluffy dumplings.
• 1 tsp salt – For seasoning.
• 2 large eggs, beaten – Adds structure and richness.
• 1 cup chicken broth or milk – To bring the dough together and add flavor.

Optional additions like chopped scallions, grated ginger, or a bit of rendered chicken or duck fat can boost flavor.

Equipment Needed

Mixing bowls, a large pot for the soup, and a ladle or cookie scoop to portion the dumplings are all you need.

How To Make Gluten-Free Chicken Soup Dumplings (In Six Steps)

You can add the dumplings to an existing soup while it cooks. If you only want to make the dumplings, skip ahead to the dough preparation and cooking step.

1. Cook the Chicken

Place chicken and bay leaves in a large pot and add enough water to cover (about 4–6 cups). Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30–45 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken, shred the meat, and set aside. Continue simmering the broth to concentrate flavor while you prepare the vegetables.

2. Sauté the Vegetables and Build the Soup

Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 8–10 minutes. Reduce heat, sprinkle a little gluten-free flour over the vegetables and stir for two minutes to cook the raw flour taste away.

Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, a splash of cream if desired, and frozen peas. Cover and simmer for 5–10 minutes to meld flavors before adding dumplings.

3. Prepare and Cook the Dumpling Dough

In a bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and xanthan gum if needed. Add the beaten eggs and chicken broth (or milk) and stir until a sticky, thick dough forms. Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop portions of the dough into the simmering soup. Do not stir after adding the dumplings.

Cover the pot and simmer over medium-low heat — not a rolling boil — for about 15 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.

4. Portion and Serve

When dumplings are fluffy and cooked through, ladle soup and dumplings into bowls. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and a crack of black pepper. Serve hot.

Tips for How to Make Gluten-Free Soup Dumplings

• Don’t overmix – Mix until just combined to keep dumplings tender.
• Let the dough rest – A 5–10 minute rest helps the flour hydrate and improves texture.
• Maintain a gentle simmer – Dumplings should cook in a steady simmer, not a rolling boil, to avoid breaking apart.
• Season at the end – Dumplings absorb liquid and seasoning, so adjust salt and pepper after cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Can I Store It?

Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I Freeze It?

You can freeze soup with dumplings for up to 2 months, but dumplings may change texture after freezing. For best results, freeze the soup base and add freshly made dumplings when reheating.

Are Soup Dumplings Gluten-Free?

Not all dumplings are gluten-free. These are—when made with a certified gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and xanthan gum if needed.

Yield: 10-12 dumplings

Gluten Free Soup Dumplings

Add these gluten-free soup dumplings to your favorite soup broth. They’re delicious with chicken noodle or veggie-based soups!

Prep Time
5 minutes

Cook Time
15 minutes

Total Time
20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour
• ½ tsp xanthan gum, omit if your flour blend already contains gum
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup chicken broth, or milk

Instructions

1. Add the flour, baking powder, salt and xanthan gum (if using) in a large bowl. Mix to combine then add the beaten egg and chicken broth. Mix until well combined.
2. The dumplings should be sticky and thick. Drop spoonfuls (or use a cookie scoop) of the mixture into the pot of simmering soup. Do not stir. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Taste the soup and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

You can add the dumplings to a soup during the cooking process. Use your favorite chicken and dumpling recipe as the base and add these dumplings when ready.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 139
Total Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 33mg
Sodium: 374mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 5g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands used at the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.

If you make this gluten-free soup dumplings recipe, please stop by and let me know how it turned out.