Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is a warm and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy days. It’s easy to make and tastes delicious. You’ll have tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings all cooked together in your crockpot.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is great because it saves you time and effort. Just toss the ingredients in the crockpot, and let it do the work. It’s perfect for family dinners or when you want some cozy food without too much fuss. Plus, it’s a hit with both kids and adults!

How to Make Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 can chicken broth
• 1 cup carrots (sliced)
• 1 cup celery (sliced)
• 1 onion (diced)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (for dumplings)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Add the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper on top of the chicken.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the crockpot.
5. Open the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. Drop the biscuit pieces into the crockpot, stirring gently to combine.
6. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

How to Serve Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Serve this dish warm right from the crockpot. It’s great on its own or with some crusty bread on the side. Enjoy it with your family and friends for a cozy meal!

How to Store Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it in the microwave or on the stove until hot.

Tips to Make Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

• Make sure to cut the veggies evenly so they cook at the same rate.
• If you like more flavor, add your favorite herbs or spices.
• You can use frozen vegetables if you prefer, just add them in the last hour of cooking.

Variation (If Any)

You can use cooked rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts to save time. Just shred the chicken and add it in during the last hour of cooking.

FAQs

Can I use other types of meat?
Yes, you can use turkey or even beef, but cooking times may vary.

What if I can’t find cream of chicken soup?
You can substitute it with cream of mushroom soup or make your own creamy sauce.

Is this dish freezer-friendly?
Yes, you can freeze the chicken and dumplings, but the dumplings may not be as fluffy when reheated.

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

A warm and comforting dish made with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings, perfect for busy days.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 hours hrs

Total Time 7 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the main dish

• 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 can chicken broth
• 1 cup carrots (sliced)
• 1 cup celery (sliced)
• 1 piece onion (diced)
• 1 tsp garlic powder For flavor
• 1 tsp onion powder For flavor
• 1 tsp black pepper For seasoning
• 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (for dumplings) For the dumplings
• to taste Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional) Add before serving

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
• Add the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper on top of the chicken.

Cooking

• Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
• About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the crockpot.
• Open the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. Drop the biscuit pieces into the crockpot, stirring gently to combine.
• Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
• Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it in the microwave or on the stove until hot. Make sure to cut the veggies evenly so they cook at the same rate. You can use frozen vegetables if you prefer, just add them in the last hour of cooking. You can use cooked rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts to save time.

Keyword Comfort food, Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Slow Cooker Recipe