Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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This comforting Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the perfect easy-to-make dinner that cooks itself. With tender chicken, creamy soup, and soft dumplings made from refrigerated biscuits, it’s a hearty meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups frozen vegetables or peas and carrots, defrosted
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuits (8 pieces), Buttermilk, Country, or Homestyle

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crock Pot:
    • Place the diced onion at the bottom of the Crock Pot.
  2. Add the Soups and Seasonings:
    • In the Crock Pot, mix the cream of celery soup and cream of chicken soup. Stir in the fresh parsley, poultry seasoning, and black pepper.
  3. Add the Chicken:
    • Place the chicken breasts on top of the soup mixture. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
  4. Cook:
    • Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 hours. The chicken should be cooked through and tender.
  5. Shred the Chicken:
    • Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the Crock Pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the Crock Pot.
  6. Add Vegetables:
    • Stir in the defrosted vegetables into the Crock Pot and mix well.
  7. Prepare the Dumplings:
    • Take each biscuit and tear it into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball or simply flatten slightly and drop into the Crock Pot. Stir gently to mix the dumplings into the soup.
  8. Finish Cooking:
    • Cover and cook on high for another hour or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.

Tips:

  • Thickness Adjustment: If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Biscuit Alternatives: If you prefer homemade dumplings, you can make a simple dough from flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and butter instead of using refrigerated biscuits.
  • Herb Variations: Consider adding thyme or rosemary for additional flavor.

Conclusion:

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings is a classic comfort food dish that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. This recipe allows for plenty of customization in terms of herbs and vegetables, so feel free to add your personal touch. Enjoy the rich flavors and tender dumplings that make this dish a family favorite!