Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings
Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This hearty dish features tender chicken simmered in a savory broth, complemented by fresh vegetables and topped with fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors. Simple to prepare, it’s a meal that brings family together and fills the home with warmth and nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups Bisquick dumpling mix
- 2/3 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add chicken broth and sprinkle vegetables on top.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs like thyme; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix Bisquick and milk according to package instructions.
- Spoon dumpling batter over the chicken mixture; cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until dumplings are fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to swap vegetables based on what you have on hand. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.