CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings

CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings is a comforting, hearty dish that’s perfect for busy days. The slow cooker does all the work, resulting in tender chicken, flavorful broth, and fluffy dumplings. Here’s how to make this classic Southern-inspired meal:

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Ingredients:

For the Chicken Stew:

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup frozen peas (optional, added at the end)

For the Dumplings:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Stew:

• Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the CrockPot.
• Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
• Pour in the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup. Stir to combine.

2. Cook the Stew:

• Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
• About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the CrockPot.
• If using, stir in the frozen peas.

3. Make the Dumplings:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Add the milk and melted butter, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be thick and slightly sticky.

4. Add the Dumplings:

• Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough (about 1-2 tablespoons each) onto the surface of the stew in the CrockPot.
• Cover and cook on high for 30-45 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy. Avoid opening the lid too often to keep the heat in.

5. Serve:

• Ladle the stew and dumplings into bowls and serve warm.
• Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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Tips:

• For extra flavor, you can brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the CrockPot.
• If the stew is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
• For a shortcut, you can use store-bought biscuit dough or refrigerated dumplings instead of making your own.

Enjoy this CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings—a cozy, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!