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Comforting Crock Pot Chicken & Dumplings

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A cozy, easy-to-make crock pot recipe featuring tender chicken and fluffy dumplings cooked right in the slow cooker, perfect for chilly nights and busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from chicken thighs or breasts, then pat dry. Chop carrots, celery, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic.
  2. Place the chopped veggies at the bottom of the crock pot, then lay the chicken on top. Sprinkle with dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth to cover everything. Dot with butter.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and veggies are softened.
  4. Remove chicken pieces and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir gently.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and milk until just combined. The batter will be thick but scoopable.
  6. Drop spoonfuls (about 2 tbsp each) of the batter onto the simmering broth and chicken mixture. Cover and cook on high for 30-40 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish. Serve piping hot.

Notes

Avoid over-stirring once dumplings are added to prevent them from falling apart. Use chicken thighs for juicier meat. Butter adds richness; substitute with coconut butter or vegan margarine for dairy-free. For gluten-free dumplings, use a gluten-free flour blend and adjust milk as needed. If broth is too thin after cooking, thicken with a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water) and cook uncovered on high for 10 minutes.

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Keywords: crock pot, chicken and dumplings, slow cooker, comfort food, easy meals, cozy dinner

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