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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe is the ultimate comfort food featuring tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings simmered in a creamy, savory broth. Perfect for a hands-off, family-friendly dinner that is both easy to prepare and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)

Broth and Dairy

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream

Dumplings

  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into quarters

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season them generously with salt, black pepper, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse flavor.
  2. Add Aromatics and Butter: Add the butter, diced onion, and minced garlic on top of the chicken. These ingredients will cook down and provide a rich, savory base for the broth.
  3. Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and milk or heavy cream. Stir gently to combine the ingredients carefully without disturbing the raw chicken too much.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it thoroughly using two forks. This will help the chicken absorb more broth flavors when returned.
  6. Return Chicken and Add Vegetables: Add the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and stir in the frozen mixed vegetables. This step adds heartiness and color to the dish.
  7. Add Dumplings: Place the biscuit dough pieces on top of the mixture in the slow cooker and gently press them slightly into the liquid; be careful not to stir them in, which could disrupt their fluffiness.
  8. Cook Dumplings: Cover and cook on HIGH for 30–45 minutes until the biscuit dough has cooked through and turned into soft, fluffy dumplings.
  9. Finish and Serve: Stir gently to combine the dumplings with the broth and chicken mixture, then serve the dish hot. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a bright, fresh flavor.

Notes

  • Using chicken thighs instead of breasts adds extra richness and moisture to the dish.
  • Avoid over-stirring after adding the dumplings to maintain their light and fluffy texture.
  • For a thicker broth, remove the slow cooker lid during the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
  • Homemade biscuit dough can be used as a substitute for the refrigerated biscuit dough for a personalized touch.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/slow-cooker-chicken-and-dumplings-recipe/