Anti-Inflammatory High Protein Chicken Dumplings

Enjoy a nutritious, anti-inflammatory twist on classic chicken dumplings with this recipe: tender chicken, fresh spinach, shiitake mushrooms, and aromatic herbs packed inside delicate rice paper wrappers. Each bite delivers high-quality protein and an abundance of essential nutrients—magnesium, zinc, B vitamins, omega-3s—all tailored to support weight loss, manage inflammation, boost energy, and ease digestion. Served with a creamy tahini-lemon dipping sauce, these dumplings come together quickly, making them perfect for busy weeknights. Free from gluten, dairy, nuts, and soy (with easy substitutions), this light-yet-satisfying meal helps you stay on track with your health goals, without compromising on taste.

Overview

Prep Time

23 min

Cook Time

7 min

Total Time

30 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 plate (260 grams)

Cooked Chicken Breast

Use free-range for higher nutrient content

1 cup (about 150g), finely chopped

Rice Paper Wrappers

Round, 22cm

Recommended Brand: Three Ladies Brand

12 sheets

Baby Spinach

Rich in magnesium, iron, and folate

1 cup, finely chopped

Shiitake Mushrooms

Fresh, for texture and nutrients

1/2 cup, finely chopped

Carrot

Adds vitamin A and color

1/3 cup, grated

Fresh Ginger

Anti-inflammatory, digestive support

1 tablespoon, grated

Turmeric Powder

Anti-inflammatory

Recommended Brand: Simply Organic

1/2 teaspoon

Garlic

For immunity & flavor

2 cloves, minced

Scallions (Green Onions)

1/4 cup, finely sliced

Cilantro

Optional, for taste and vitamin C

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Lemon Juice

Freshly squeezed, for tang and vitamin C

1 tablespoon

Tahini (Sesame Seed Paste)

Used in nutrient-rich dipping sauce

Recommended Brand: Soom Foods

2 tablespoons

Low-Sodium Tamari (Gluten-Free Soy Sauce)

For dipping sauce; skip if soy intolerant and use coconut aminos

Recommended Brand: San-J

2 teaspoons

Filtered Water

To soften rice paper and adjust dipping sauce consistency

as needed

Black Pepper

Enhances turmeric absorption

1/8 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

225

Total Fat

6g

Saturated Fat

1.3g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

2.5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

45mg

Sodium

370mg

Total Carbohydrates

22g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Soluble Fiber

2g

Insoluble Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

3.5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

21g

Calcium

75mg

Iron

2.2mg

Potassium

600mg

Vitamin A

950mcg

Vitamin C

18mg

Phosphorus

180mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Gluten
Wheat
Dairy
Soy
Peanut
Tree Nut