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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings: A Comforting One-Pot Meal


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  • Author: Stacy
  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Warm up your soul with this hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings. Tender chicken, a creamy broth, and fluffy dumplings come together in one pot for an effortless and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings, this recipe is a comforting classic made easy!


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast halves: 4 (skinless, boneless)
  • Butter: 2 tablespoons
  • Condensed cream of chicken soup: 2 (10.5-ounce) cans
  • Onion: 1 medium, finely diced
  • Biscuit dough (refrigerated): 1 (10-ounce) package
  • Water: 2 cups (or as needed to cover)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 2: Add Ingredients

  1. Pour in the condensed cream of chicken soup and diced onion.
  2. Add the butter and enough water to cover the chicken. Stir to combine.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  1. Cover the slow cooker and set it to High.
  2. Cook for 5 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 4: Prepare the Dumplings

  1. About 30 minutes before serving, tear the refrigerated biscuit dough into small pieces.

Step 5: Add the Dumplings

  1. Drop the dough pieces evenly into the slow cooker.

Step 6: Finish Cooking

  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and no longer raw in the center.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

  1. Shred the chicken using two forks, stirring it into the broth.
  2. Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

  • Shred the Chicken: For easier serving, shred the chicken before adding the dumplings.
  • Avoid Overcooking: Stick to the recommended times to prevent mushy dumplings.
  • Optional Seasoning: Add thyme, parsley, or bay leaves for additional flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American