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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

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A simple and comforting slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe that requires minimal effort for a hearty meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf in the slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  3. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return to the slow cooker.
  4. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and melted butter to form a dough.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the slow cooker, cover, and cook on high for 1 hour.
  6. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • Use pre-cut vegetables to save time.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg