Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings

 

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings is one of the most comforting classic meals you can make at home. It’s warm, creamy, hearty, and packed with tender shredded chicken, soft vegetables, and fluffy dumplings that cook right in the slow cooker. This recipe is perfect for busy days, cool weather, or anytime you want a home-cooked dish that feels soothing and nostalgic.

The slow cooker does most of the work, allowing all the flavors to blend together beautifully while the dumplings rise and become soft and pillowy. Below is a detailed, step-by-step version of this delicious dish.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Base

2 lbs (900 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1 medium onion, chopped

3 medium carrots, sliced

3 celery stalks, sliced

3 cups chicken broth

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried parsley

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

2 tablespoons butter

For the Dumplings

(The classic quick crock pot version)

1 can refrigerated biscuit dough

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Crock Pot

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the bottom of the slow cooker.

These vegetables form a flavorful base and soften perfectly as they cook.

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