Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. This heartwarming dish features tender, shredded chicken simmered in a rich, creamy broth topped with fluffy dumplings that melt in your mouth. With minimal prep and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy a nostalgic meal that brings family and friends together. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a showstopper for gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress.
- 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
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 package (about 10 oz) dumpling mix
Instructions
- Chop the carrots, celery, onion, and mince the garlic.
- Add the chopped vegetables and chicken breasts to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth until ingredients are submerged.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot with heavy cream; stir until combined.
- Prepare dumplings according to package instructions and drop spoonfuls into the broth.
- Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes until fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté onions and garlic in the slow cooker before adding other ingredients. - Feel free to substitute turkey for chicken or mix in additional veggies like peas.