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Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings
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This Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a warm, hearty, and comforting slow-cooked meal featuring tender chicken thighs simmered with vegetables in a savory broth, topped with fluffy homemade dumplings. Easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends, it combines simplicity and rich flavors into a soul-satisfying dish loved by the entire family.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Stew

  • 4–6 bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp fresh or dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the Dumplings

  • 2 cups Bisquick or biscuit mix (can substitute gluten-free biscuit mix)
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional: additional herbs such as rosemary or sage

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken and vegetables: Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut the carrots, celery, and onion into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and create a flavorful base.
  2. Layer in the crockpot: Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of the crockpot, then add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Set the crockpot to low and cook for about 6 hours.
  3. Mix and add the dumplings: About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, combine the biscuit mix, milk, melted butter, and any optional ingredients like shredded cheese or extra herbs to make the dumpling dough. Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the simmering stew in the crockpot.
  4. Finish cooking and serve: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for another 30 minutes, allowing the dumplings to puff up and cook through. Once the dumplings are fluffy and tender, serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for added flavor and moist meat.
  • Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain temperature and proper cooking time.
  • Make dumplings small to medium-sized for even cooking without gummy centers.
  • Gently stir the dumplings after adding them to distribute evenly without breaking them.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper at the end, tasting before serving.

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