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Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

A creamy, cozy dish featuring tender chicken, sweet carrots, and fluffy dumplings, perfect for warming up on cold evenings.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 7 heures
Temps total 7 heures 15 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Type de plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cups sliced carrots and celery
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup, or 1 cup homemade white sauce Use store-bought or homemade for a richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuits, quartered

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add chicken, onion, carrots, celery, broth, soup, garlic powder, thyme, and a good pinch of salt and pepper to the crockpot.
  2. Stir, cover, and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours.
Final Steps
  1. Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks.
  2. Stir in the peas.
  3. Top with biscuit pieces, cover, and cook on High for 45 to 60 minutes until the dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
  4. Resist the urge to lift the lid too soon.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a splash of cream for a richer flavor if desired.

Notes

A sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives on top adds color and brightness. This dish has been described as tasting like grandma giving a hug.