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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Cozy Up with This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and dumplings effortlessly.
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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: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2-3 pounds Raw Chicken (breasts or thighs) Shredded rotisserie chicken can be used for quicker prep.
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium or vegetable broth for a lighter version.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 medium Carrots Parsnips can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 stalk Celery Optional.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Optional.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Parsley Substitute with dried if necessary.
  • Salt & Pepper Essential seasoning, adjust to taste.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half
For the Dumplings
  • 1 can Refrigerated Biscuit Dough Homemade dumplings or drop biscuits can also be used.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing 2 to 3 pounds of raw chicken at the bottom of your slow cooker. Chop 1 medium onion, slice 2 carrots, and optionally add celery. Mince 2 garlic cloves.
  2. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon each of dried thyme and parsley, along with salt and pepper to taste, over the ingredients.
  3. Pour in about 4 cups of chicken broth, ensuring it covers the chicken and vegetables thoroughly.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Remove the chicken 30 minutes before serving, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir in about 1 cup of heavy cream or half-and-half and 1 cup of frozen peas if desired.
  7. Take refrigerated biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters, placing them on top of the mixture.
  8. Cook the dumplings on high for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until they are puffy and golden brown.
  9. Adjust seasoning if needed, ladle into bowls, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months without dumplings, which can be prepared fresh when reheating.

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