Homestyle Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings Recipe (Print Version)

Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings, simple to make and perfect for busy weeknights. A comforting classic your family will adore.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Comfort Food

# Ingredients:

→ Main Pot Ingredients

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
02 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
03 - 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
04 - 1 cup diced carrots
05 - 1 cup diced celery
06 - 1/2 cup diced yellow onion

→ Dumpling Essentials

07 - 2 cups all-purpose biscuit mix (like Bisquick)
08 - 2/3 cup whole milk

→ Flavor Boosters

09 - 1 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1 tsp onion powder
11 - 1/2 tsp dried parsley
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get your chicken into the crock pot. I just plop the raw chicken breasts right in the bottom. Then, pour in the chicken broth and the cream of chicken soup. Give it a gentle whisk to combine the soup into the broth, breaking up any lumps. This is where the magic starts to happen, creating that creamy, savory foundation for your Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings. I often hum a little tune while I do this, it makes the process feel less like a chore and more like a cozy ritual.
02 - Next up, toss in your diced carrots, celery, and onion. I usually just eyeball it, but if you're a precise person, go for about a cup of each. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Don't be shy with the seasoning here; it really makes a difference. I've definitely under-seasoned before, and the result was a bit bland. Learn from my oops moment: taste is everything for flavorful Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings.
03 - Cover your crock pot and set it to low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours. I usually opt for low because it allows the flavors to really meld and the chicken to get super tender without drying out. You'll start to smell the most comforting aroma filling your kitchen after a few hours—that's when you know it's working! This is the easy part, where the crock pot does all the heavy lifting for your Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings.
04 - Once the cooking time is up and the chicken is falling-apart tender, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot. I usually put them on a cutting board and use two forks to shred them right there. It should be super easy! Then, return the shredded chicken back to the crock pot, stirring it into that glorious, creamy broth. This step always feels so satisfying, seeing all the components come together.
05 - Now for the dumplings! In a separate bowl, combine the biscuit mix and milk. Stir it just until it's combined; don't overmix, or they'll get tough. We're aiming for light and fluffy here! I've definitely overmixed before, resulting in chewy little dough balls—not what we want for these tender Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings. The mixture should be thick, but still spoonable.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture directly onto the hot chicken and broth mixture in the crock pot. Don't stir them in! Just let them sit on top. Cover the crock pot again and cook on high for another 30-45 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy. They should look puffy and a bit doughy, but firm. The smell at this point? Pure heaven! Serve your Homestyle Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings hot and enjoy that cozy feeling.

# Notes:

01 - Don't peek! Resist the urge to lift the lid while the dumplings are cooking; it lets out all the steam they need to get fluffy.
02 - Taste the broth *before* adding the dumplings. Adjust salt and pepper as needed, because once those dumplings are in, it's harder to fix.
03 - If your dumplings seem too thick, add a tiny bit more milk to the mix, but go slow!
04 - A sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives right before serving really brightens up the dish.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 6-quart or larger slow cooker (crock pot)
02 - whisk
03 - cutting board
04 - two forks
05 - mixing bowl
06 - spoon

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 38g

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