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Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings: Cozy Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy this Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe for easy comfort food that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs thighs offer extra flavor and tenderness
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth helps create the creamy broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 can cream of celery soup 10.5 oz, optional
  • 1 small onion, diced brings sweetness and depth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced enhances flavor
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced adds natural sweetness
  • 1 tsp dried thyme a key herb
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper adjust to preference
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning optional
For the Dumplings
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough 16.3 oz
For the Final Touch
  • 1 cup frozen peas for color and sweetness
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place chicken in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and cream of chicken soup, and mix gently. Layer onion, carrots, garlic, thyme, pepper, salt, and optional poultry seasoning. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  2. Once the chicken is tender, shred it inside the crockpot and stir into the broth.
  3. Cut biscuit dough into 1-inch chunks and drop over the chicken mixture. Press down slightly, cover, and cook on high for an additional hour.
  4. Ten minutes before serving, stir in frozen peas and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add broth if needed.

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