Bowl of easy slow cooker chicken and dumplings topped with herbs

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

ByCasey Monroe

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is the perfect meal for busy nights. This dish is comforting, warm, and satisfying, making it a family favorite. It takes minimal prep time, and the slow cooker does most of the work for you. Plus, it combines tender chicken with fluffy dumplings and flavorful vegetables, all in one pot.

How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

To make Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings, follow these simple steps:

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth, divided
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can reduced-fat condensed cream of celery soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can reduced-fat condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 (10 ounce) package refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Directions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the water, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken and coat it well in the mixture.
  2. Pour half of the chicken broth into your slow cooker. Place the chicken and the seasoning mix over the broth.
  3. Layer the onion, carrots, and celery on top of the chicken.
  4. Dot the vegetables with butter. Then, pour the remaining two cans of soup and the rest of the broth over the vegetables. Finally, sprinkle the rosemary on top.
  5. Cook the mixture on High for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours.
  6. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  7. Add the pieces of biscuit dough to the chicken mixture and cook on High for another 1 1/2 hours.

How to Serve Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Serve Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings hot, straight from the slow cooker. You can dish it out into bowls and add a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top for extra flavor. This meal pairs well with a fresh salad or some crusty bread on the side.

How to Store Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days. If you want to store it longer, you can freeze it. Just make sure to use a freezer-safe container, and it will keep for about 2-3 months.

Tips to Make Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

  • Make sure to cut the vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
  • You can adjust the seasoning to your taste if you prefer more or less flavor.
  • If you need more liquid, feel free to add additional chicken broth or water as it cooks.

Variation

You can change up this recipe by adding other vegetables, such as peas or green beans. If you don’t have biscuit dough, you can use homemade biscuits or even dumpling mix for a different texture.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen chicken in this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but you may need to increase the cooking time to ensure it is fully cooked.

2. Can I cook this on low instead of high?
Yes, you can cook it on low for about 6-8 hours. Just make sure the chicken is fully cooked before shredding.

3. Can I make this without cream soups?
Yes, you can make a homemade white sauce or use a combination of milk and chicken broth as a substitute for the cream soups.