Crockpot Creamy Chicken & Dumplings
Crockpot Creamy Chicken & Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food that warms both the heart and soul. This hearty dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and can be customized to suit various dietary preferences. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the tantalizing aromas filling your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups dumpling mix (plus ingredients as per package)
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and place boneless chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crockpot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic, then pour in the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup.
- Stir in frozen mixed vegetables without thawing.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, prepare dumpling dough as directed and drop spoonfuls onto the stew's surface.
- Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes without lifting the lid until dumplings are fluffy.
- Stir gently before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the Crockpot. Swap out vegetables based on your preference; carrots or peas work great! Consider using rotisserie chicken for even quicker prep.