Description
This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe delivers a hearty, comforting bowl of tender chicken, sweet carrots, crunchy celery, and fluffy dumplings that soak up a savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights, the slow cooker does the work while flavors meld, creating a classic American comfort dish that’s kid‑friendly and full of home‑cooked warmth. The simmer creates a velvety texture, while herbs lift the flavor to new heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken, broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker and stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours until chicken is tender.
- In a bowl combine milk, flour, baking powder, and melted butter; mix until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter over the chicken mixture.
- Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Use low‑sodium broth for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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