Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings — a bowl of pure edible hugs.
Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings
Comfort food dressed in cozy pajamas, simmering away while you conquer your day.
Ingredients
(Designed to tickle taste buds and keep cleanup minimal)
1.5 to 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Juicy heroes that become fork-tender royalty in the slow cooker.
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
The rich foundation bringing creamy confidence.
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
Adds savory depth and a smooth, silky balance.
1 medium onion, finely diced
Invisible flavor ninjas that deepen every cozy spoonful.
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
The bubbling lagoon that keeps everything happily afloat.
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
Pops of color, crunch, and sweetness for balance.
1 tsp garlic powder
A little garlicky magic.
1 tsp onion powder
Flavor insurance.
1 tsp dried parsley
A sprinkle of green happiness.
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
These become the soft, dreamy dumplings that soak up all the goodness.
Optional flavor boosts:
1/2 tsp poultry seasoning (if you crave deeper herb notes)
2 tbsp butter (for ultra-luxurious richness)
Instructions
Get ready for the easiest “from scratch” comfort meal that technically isn’t from scratch but tastes like it is.
Load the Crock Pot with flavor
Place chicken thighs, diced onion, soups, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and broth into your slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Let the magic happen
Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours until the chicken is fall-apart tender.
Shred and stir
Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return it to the pot. Add mixed vegetables. Give it all a cozy stir.
Make the dumplings
Cut biscuits into 4–6 pieces each. Gently drop dough pieces into the slow cooker, spreading them out so each one has its own little spa day. Push them into the sauce but don’t stir too aggressively.
Finish cooking
Cover and cook 30–45 minutes on High, or until dumplings are cooked through (soft and fluffy, not doughy).
Season and serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Scoop into bowls and enjoy food therapy in edible form.
Pro Tips for Perfection
Like a grandma whispering secrets over the stove:
Avoid lifting the lid too often after adding biscuits. Steam is their personal trainer and helps them puff up.
For thicker sauce, stir in a slurry of 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water before adding biscuits.
Want a rotisserie-style spin? Add ½ tsp smoked paprika.
Prefer veggies with more bite? Add them halfway through cooking.
Serving Suggestions
The warm-hug experience is marvelous solo but can level up with:
Fluffy mashed potatoes
A crispy side salad with tangy dressing
Steamed green beans or buttery corn
Fresh cracked pepper and parsley on top
Why This Dish Wins Hearts
It tastes like childhood memories and lazy Sundays somehow got married. You push one spoonful into your mouth and the universe briefly remembers kindness. Plus, it requires so little effort, it feels like cheating… delicious, delicious cheating.
If you want, I can also create:
A printable version
A grocery list
A step-by-step visual guide
Variations like “Cheesy Chicken and Dumplings” or “Herb Garden Style”