Description

Crockpot chicken and dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth. This cozy dish simmers away in your crockpot, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and always brings smiles to the table. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a warm bowl of happiness that nourishes both body and soul.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 package (about 2 cups) dumpling mix
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Chop vegetables: Dice the onion, slice the carrots, and chop the celery.
Layer ingredients: Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add carrots, celery, onion, and herbs on top. Pour chicken broth over all ingredients until submerged.
Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the mixture. Add heavy cream last and stir gently.
Cook: Set crockpot to low heat for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender.
Add dumplings: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, prepare dumplings according to package instructions or your homemade recipe. Drop spoonfuls onto the bubbling mixture.
Cover: Close the lid and steam dumplings for about 30 minutes until cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 95mg