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Comforting Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Magic

This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe offers flavorful comfort with minimal effort, perfect for a busy night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Stew
  • 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick alternative
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium or vegetable broth for a meat-free version
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 medium carrots consider substituting with parsnips
  • 2 stalks celery optional and can be replaced with green beans
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme fresh thyme is a great substitute
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley fresh parsley works well too
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
For the Dumplings
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half substitute with milk for a lighter touch
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough homemade drop biscuits can be used

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Next, layer diced onions, sliced carrots, and celery over the chicken.
  3. Sprinkle minced garlic on top.
  4. Sprinkle dried thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper over the mixture.
  5. Gently pour low-sodium chicken broth over the ingredients.
  6. Select the cooking setting on your slow cooker; cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Once cooking is complete, remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken.
  8. Stir in frozen peas and heavy cream or half-and-half.
  9. While the stew simmers, cut refrigerated biscuit dough into quarters.
  10. Cover and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes on high, until dumplings are puffed.
  11. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is easily customizable. Prep ahead for quick weeknight cooking.

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