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Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Introduction: Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is a warm and comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year. It’s a hearty blend of tender chicken, creamy broth, and fluffy dumplings that soak up all the rich flavors.
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Equipment

  • Crockpot (slow cooker)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or spoon for stirring

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs 680g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cups 475ml chicken broth
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of celery soup
  • 1 cup 240ml frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can 16.3 oz refrigerated biscuit dough

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
  • Add the chopped onion, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and cream of celery soup. Stir to combine.
  • Season and Cook:
  • Add the dried thyme, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir again to ensure the seasonings are well distributed.
  • Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  • Shred the Chicken:
  • Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
  • Add the frozen peas and carrots, stirring to combine.
  • Add the Dumplings:
  • Cut the biscuit dough into small pieces (about 1-inch).
  • Drop the dough pieces on top of the chicken mixture in the crockpot.
  • Cover and cook on high for an additional 1-2 hours, or until the biscuits are fully cooked and fluffy.
  • Serve:
  • Once the dumplings are cooked through, give the mixture a gentle stir.
  • Serve hot, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.
  • Prep Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Cook Time:
  • 6-8 hours (depending on crockpot setting)
  • Total Time:
  • 6 hours 15 minutes - 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Nutrition (per serving):
  • Calories: 450
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 4g