Description

Craving something warm, hearty, and comforting? This Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe is your go-to answer for cozy, satisfying meals that feel like a hug in a bowl. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want a homemade dinner with minimal effort. With juicy shredded chicken, soft carrots, and savory broth topped with fluffy dumplings, this dish brings Southern charm straight to your table.

Ingredients

Chicken Stew:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup chopped carrots

1 cup chopped celery

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp dried parsley

1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)

2 tbsp butter, cubed

Dumplings:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup milk

4 tbsp butter, melted

Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Layer chopped carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic in the bottom of your slow cooker.
Place chicken on top of the vegetables and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley.
Pour in chicken broth, add cubed butter, and spoon cream of chicken soup over the top (no need to stir).
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it, shred with forks, and return it to the slow cooker. Stir gently.
In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter and milk; stir until a thick dough forms.
Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough on top of the stew. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30–40 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Dumpling Cook: 30–40 minutes
Cook Time: 6–7 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)
Category: Dinner