Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for cold days. The recipe is easy to make in a slow cooker, and uses simple ingredients that are easy to find. The chicken and vegetables are cooked in a creamy and flavorful broth, while the dumplings are light and fluffy. The frozen peas add a pop of color and texture to the dish. This recipe can be easily customized by adding other vegetables or seasonings. Enjoy this delicious and comforting meal!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 4 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 6-8 hours
Instructions:
- In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, diced onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, melted butter, and milk. Mix until a dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the top of the chicken mixture in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on high heat for 30-40 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
- Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes or until they are heated through.
- Serve the chicken and dumplings hot.
