Slow cooker chicken and dumplings are an easy-to-prepare dinner, and the crockpot makes cooking a breeze. Nothing beats the comforting warmth of a bowl of chicken and dumplings, especially when it’s made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Slow cookers are a game-changer for busy households, allowing you to create hearty, homemade meals with minimal effort. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or a packed schedule, the convenience of prepping everything in one pot and letting it simmer away makes mealtime stress-free. Just set it and forget it!
This slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe combines tender, shredded chicken, a creamy, flavorful broth, and fluffy biscuit “dumplings” for a classic, crowd-pleasing dish. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, developing deep, rich flavors while you go about your day. It’s also a versatile recipe, which you can customize to fit your taste or dietary needs.
Consider these delicious variations to make this recipe your own:
- Add Herbs: Enhance the flavor with fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs for a fragrant twist.
- Swap Proteins: Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra richness. If you have a rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey, shred a few cups and add it along with the thawed vegetables and dumpling pieces.
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the chicken and replace it with a can of chickpeas, adding vegetable broth instead of chicken stock.
- Veggies: Add mushrooms, corn, or green beans for extra texture and nutrition.
- Homemade Biscuits: Make your own biscuit dough for a healthier spin on the classic.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or any time you’re craving a comforting dish but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen. It’s a guaranteed hit with kids and adults, and leftovers—if there are any—reheat beautifully for another easy meal.
So fire up the slow cooker, gather the ingredients, and make this simple, satisfying classic!
What to Serve With Chicken and Dumplings
- Bread: So many choices! Choose from biscuits, cornbread, crusty artisan bread, garlic bread, or soft dinner rolls.
- Tossed Salad: A simple tossed salad with Italian dressing or a simple coleslaw would balance the richness of the chicken and dumplings.
- Vegetables: A bright vegetable like steamed or sautéed green beans, broccoli, or spinach would add color and nutrients.
- Mashed Potatoes: Double up on the comfort and serve the chicken and dumplings over creamy mashed potatoes.
- Beverage: Southern iced tea pairs nicely with chicken and dumplings, or choose lemonade or a dry white wine.
- Dessert: Continue the Southern theme with a fruit cobbler, banana pudding, or sweet potato pie.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
The slow cooker makes this chicken and dumplings meal effortless. Just add the ingredients and press the start button!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Chicken Breasts
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 1 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of celery soup
- 1 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth (lower sodium)
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count can, about 16 ounces)
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Spread the onions over the bottom of a 5 to 7-quart slow cooker. Top with the chicken breasts.
- In a medium bowl, combine the soups with the garlic, poultry seasoning, and pepper. Pour over the chicken breasts and add the chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked. Remove the chicken and shred; return to the pot. Add the thawed peas and carrots to the pot and stir gently.
- Separate the canned biscuits and roll them to flatten. Slice each biscuit into 4 strips.
- Arrange the chicken strips on top of the stew. Cover and cook on high for 30 to 60 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the dumplings are cooked. Give the stew a stir and add the parsley.
- Serve and enjoy!
Credit: Diana Rattray
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