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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe is perfect for cozy nights, offering tender chicken and fluffy dumplings for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 2 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Use breasts for a lean option or thighs for juiciness.
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 Onion, diced Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 cups Carrots, sliced Mix with peas for more color.
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped Consider bell peppers for variety.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley Fresh parsley works too.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Creaminess and Dumplings
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half Milk can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 can Refrigerated Biscuit Dough Homemade dumplings are a great alternative.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Chicken and Veggies: Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker, layer in onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
  2. Season: Sprinkle thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper over the mixture, stir gently to distribute.
  3. Add Broth: Pour chicken broth over the chicken and veggies, ensuring everything is submerged.
  4. Cook: Cover slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred Chicken: Remove chicken 30 minutes before serving, shred, and return to pot.
  6. Add Cream and Dumplings: Stir in cream and add biscuit dough cut into quarters.
  7. Final Cook: Cook on high for an additional 30-45 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and golden.
  8. Serve: Ladle into bowls, adjust seasoning, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add broth during reheating to restore creaminess.

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