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Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings
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This Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe offers a warm, hearty, and comforting meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich savory broth slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, it’s an easy, one-pot dish that brings classic comfort food flavors to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 2 cups chopped celery

Broth and Seasonings

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped

Dumplings

  • 2 cups biscuit mix (Bisquick or biscuit mix)
  • 1 cup milk (can substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free)

Optional Ingredients for Variations

  • ½ cup peas, green beans, or mushrooms (optional vegetable boost)
  • 1 tsp rosemary or sage instead of thyme (optional herb swap)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce (optional spicy kick)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crockpot Base: Place the chopped chicken, diced carrots, and celery into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth, then season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Stir lightly to combine. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours until the chicken and vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
  2. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir gently to distribute evenly.
  3. Prepare the Dumpling Dough: In a separate bowl, combine the biscuit mix with milk. Stir until a soft, sticky dough forms that can be easily dropped by spoonfuls onto the stew.
  4. Add the Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering stew in the crockpot. Cover tightly and cook on high for about 30 minutes without lifting the lid to allow the dumplings to steam and become fluffy.
  5. Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or fresh herbs if needed. Sprinkle fresh parsley or thyme over the top before serving for added color and flavor.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the slow cook: low and slow cooking ensures the best texture and flavor.
  • Using bone-in chicken adds extra flavor; remove bones after cooking.
  • Avoid lifting the lid while dumplings cook to ensure they steam properly and rise well.
  • Chop vegetables evenly for consistent cooking and texture.
  • Flour thickens the broth naturally, giving creaminess without adding heavy cream.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; flavors improve overnight.
  • Freeze stew and dumplings separately for up to 2 months to maintain texture.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to prevent dumplings from overcooking.

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