Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 carrots, sliced
– 2 stalks celery, chopped
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1½ cups frozen peas
– 2 cups biscuit mix (like Bisquick)
– ¾ cup milk
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating the perfect Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts or thighs in the crockpot.
2. Add Broth and Soup: Pour the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
3. Add Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and celery to the crockpot.
4. Season: Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the top.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Shred the Chicken: About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the mixture.
7. Prepare Dumplings: In a bowl, combine the biscuit mix and milk until just mixed.
8. Add Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture onto the chicken mixture in the crockpot.
9. Finish Cooking: Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
10. Add Peas: Stir in the frozen peas and let them warm through before serving.
These straightforward steps ensure a delightful result every time, with minimal effort required.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Offer generous portions but encourage seconds for those who can’t get enough of this comforting dish!
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g