Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings 🍗🥣
This Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Tender chicken, creamy broth, vegetables, and soft, fluffy dumplings cook together in the slow cooker to create a warm, hearty dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5–6 hours on LOW or 3–4 hours on HIGH, plus dumpling cooking time Servings: 6
Ingredients
For the chicken and gravy
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced (optional)
- 2 celery stalks, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
For the dumplings
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (about 16 oz)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the slow cooker
Lightly grease the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray or a little butter to make cleanup easier.
Step 2: Add the chicken
Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery if using.
Step 3: Make the creamy broth
In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the mixture over the chicken. Add the butter if desired. Stir gently around the chicken to distribute the ingredients.
Step 4: Slow-cook the chicken
Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Cooking times vary by slow cooker and chicken thickness.
Step 5: Shred the chicken
Remove the cooked chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the creamy gravy.
Step 6: Prepare the dumplings
Cut each refrigerated biscuit into 4 small pieces. Spread the pieces evenly over the surface of the hot chicken mixture.
Gently press them into the gravy so they make contact with the hot liquid, but avoid stirring them into the mixture.
Step 7: Cook the dumplings
Cover and cook on HIGH for approximately 45–60 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed up and cooked through in the center.
Keep the lid closed while they cook so the heat and steam remain inside. If the gravy is too thick, add a little extra hot chicken broth.
Step 8: Finish and serve
Sprinkle with dried parsley if desired. Let the dish rest for about 5 minutes, then serve the tender chicken, creamy gravy, and fluffy dumplings while hot.
Helpful Tips
- For extra flavor: Use chicken thighs for a richer taste.
- For thicker gravy: Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water, then stir it into the hot gravy and allow it to thicken.
- For homemade dumplings: Replace the canned biscuits with small spoonfuls of homemade dumpling dough.
- For storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
Serving suggestion: Pair this cozy meal with steamed green beans, a simple side salad, or roasted vegetables for a satisfying family dinner. Enjoy! 🍗🥣