Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of this easy and delicious slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe. With tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, this dish is the perfect blend of convenience and homemade goodness.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk

For Dumplings:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

  1. In the slow cooker, combine chicken, chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  3. About 30 minutes before serving, add frozen peas to the slow cooker.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until a roux forms.
  5. Slowly whisk in milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Pour this creamy mixture into the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  6. For the dumplings, in a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and chopped parsley until a thick batter forms.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the surface of the hot chicken mixture in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
  9. Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Tips and Quick Process:

  • For a quicker version, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and store-bought biscuit dough for the dumplings.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking.
  • Add a splash of white wine or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

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