Homemade chicken and dumplings in a slow cooker recipe

Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings (Slow Cooker Version)

ByCasey Monroe

Why Make This Recipe

Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings is a comforting meal that warms you from the inside out. This slow cooker version makes it easy to prepare a homemade dish without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something satisfying and delicious. The combination of tender chicken, hearty veggies, and fluffy dumplings creates a complete meal that the whole family will love.

How to Make Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients

  • 4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 3 (12.5 fl oz) cans chunk chicken, drained and broken into chunks
  • 4 baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons quick-mixing flour
  • Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose baking mix
  • 2/3 cup milk

Directions

  1. Start by stirring the chicken broth, chunk chicken, potatoes, carrots, and broccoli together in a slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the water and quick-mixing flour until you have a paste-like consistency. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and cracked black pepper according to your taste.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 5 hours.
  5. While the mixture is cooking, combine the baking mix and milk in a bowl.
  6. After 5 hours, drop the milk mixture by the teaspoonful on top of the chicken mixture in the slow cooker.
  7. Continue cooking for about 1 hour, turning the dumplings once, until they are cooked through.

How to Serve Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings

Serve Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings hot right from the slow cooker. You can scoop out the hearty chicken and veggie mix along with the fluffy dumplings into bowls. This dish pairs well with some crusty bread or crackers on the side, making it a complete and satisfying meal.

How to Store Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings

If you have leftovers, let the chicken and dumplings cool completely before storing. Place them in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the chicken and dumplings in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, simply reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Tips to Make Mom’s Chicken and Dumplings

  • For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or parsley to the slow cooker mixture.
  • If you prefer more veggies, feel free to add peas, corn, or celery.
  • You can use fresh chicken instead of canned chicken; just cook it for longer until fully done.

Variation

You can make this recipe with different types of dumplings, such as drop dumplings or even biscuit dough. Swap out the vegetables depending on what you have on hand or your family’s preferences.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh chicken instead of canned chicken?
Yes, you can! Just make sure to cook it long enough in the slow cooker until it is fully cooked.

2. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose baking mix with a gluten-free baking mix and check that your chicken broth is gluten-free as well.

3. How can I make the dumplings fluffier?
Adding a little more milk to the dough mixture can create fluffier dumplings. Just be careful not to make the mixture too runny.