1 tablespoon avocado oil

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 onion, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, plus more for garnish

4–5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, shredded or cut into chunks

8 cups chicken broth

1 bay leaf

1 cup almond flour

2 tablespoons coconut flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional but recommended)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for dumplings)

1/2 teaspoon salt (for dumplings)

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese