Cracker Barrel Homemade Chicken and Dumplings (keto friendly)

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Stew:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Keto Dumplings:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, but it helps with texture)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk