Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
Are you in the mood for something warm, cozy, and filling? This irresistible Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings is exactly what you need. Made with simple ingredients and packed with rich flavor, it’s a dish your whole family will request again and again. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating this delicious comfort meal.
Ingredients for Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Onion | 1, diced |
| Boneless, skinless chicken thighs | 6 pieces |
| Cream of chicken soup | 1 can |
| Cream of celery soup | 1 can |
| Fresh parsley | 2 tbsp, chopped |
| Poultry seasoning | 1 tsp |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Buttermilk canned biscuits | 1 can |
| Frozen mixed vegetables | 2 cups, thawed |
| Black pepper | to taste |
Instructions
- Prep the Base: Spread the diced onion across the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken thighs on top of the onions in a single layer.
- Mix the Soups: In a bowl, combine both canned soups. Stir in the poultry seasoning, chopped parsley, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour Mixture: Spoon the soup mixture evenly over the chicken in the crock pot.
- Add Broth: Pour the chicken broth over everything to help create the perfect consistency.
- Cook: Cover and cook on high for 5 hours. Try not to lift the lid during this time.
- Add Veggies: With 1 hour remaining, open the lid and stir in the thawed mixed vegetables. Shred the chicken as you mix it all together.
- Make Dumplings: Flatten each biscuit from the can and slice each one into four strips.
- Add Dumplings: Arrange the biscuit strips on top of the mixture in the slow cooker.
- Finish Cooking: Let them cook for the final hour so they turn into soft dumplings. Stir gently to combine.
- Serve: Dish it up and garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, tasty finish.
