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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A comforting and hearty dish perfect for busy days, featuring tender chicken and fluffy dumplings cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 2 10.5 oz cans cream of chicken soup
  • 1 14 oz can chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas (add at the end)
  • 1 16 oz refrigerated biscuits or 1½ cups homemade biscuit dough
  • 1 cup corn or diced potatoes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • Dash optional hot sauce

Instructions 

  • Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chicken, soups, broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika to slow cooker. Stir gently.
  • Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender. Shred chicken and return to cooker.
  • Cut biscuits into small pieces and place over the chicken mixture. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour.
  • Stir in peas and cook for another 5–10 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk or cream before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, dinner