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Chicken and Dumpling Crock Pot Meal
This Chicken and Dumpling Crock Pot Meal combines juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and delicious dumplings in a rich and savory broth. Perfect for busy days, this recipe requires just a few ingredients and minimal effort. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve this comforting dish on chilly nights or whenever you're in need of a warm, hearty meal. It’s a wholesome, one-pot dinner that the entire family will love!
Equipment
- Crock Pot or slow cooker
- Cutting Board.
- Chef’s Knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs 680g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 carrots sliced
- 3 celery stalks sliced
- 2 cups 480ml chicken broth
- 1 cup 240ml heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups 240g frozen peas
- 2 cups 250g refrigerated biscuit dough or homemade dumpling dough
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and rinse the chicken breasts. Cut them into large chunks for even cooking.
Add Ingredients to the Crock Pot
- Place the chicken in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery on top of the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, followed by the garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Cook on Low Heat
- Cover the crock pot and set it to low heat. Cook for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Shred the Chicken
- About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
Add the Dumplings
- Cut the refrigerated biscuit dough into quarters and drop the pieces into the crock pot. Stir gently to coat the dumplings in the sauce.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on high heat for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
Add Peas and Serve
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas and stir gently to combine.
- Once the dumplings are cooked, serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Tips:
- Homemade Dumplings: For a homemade touch, replace the refrigerated biscuits with your favorite dumpling dough recipe.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or green beans for added flavor and nutrition.
- Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Approx.):
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg