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Classic chicken and dumplings in the slow cooker 2025 09 30 235734 150x150 2

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings


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  • Author: crockcozy
  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free biscuit mix)

Description

A comforting and hearty dish of tender chicken stewed in a creamy broth with fluffy dumplings, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 2 cups biscuit mix or homemade dough

Instructions

  1. Layer the bottom of the slow cooker with chopped carrots, celery, and onion.
  2. Place uncooked chicken thighs or breasts on top of the veggies.
  3. Pour in enough chicken broth to almost cover everything.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if desired.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours until chicken is tender.
  6. Shred the chicken and return to the slow cooker.
  7. Scoop spoonfuls of biscuit mix onto the bubbling stew.
  8. Cover and cook for another hour until dumplings are fluffy.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting meal!

Notes

You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option, and frozen vegetables also work well.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg