Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (such as Pillsbury Grands)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker:

• In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, chopped onion, carrots, celery, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

1. Cook the Chicken:

• Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

1. Shred the Chicken:

• Once the chicken is done, remove the breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.

1. Add Peas:

• Stir in the frozen peas and let them heat up in the slow cooker while you prepare the dumplings.

1. Make the Dumplings:

• Open the can of refrigerated biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters or bite-sized pieces.

1. Cook the Dumplings:

• Drop the biscuit dough pieces into the slow cooker on top of the chicken mixture, making sure they are spread evenly. Cover and cook on high for another 1-2 hours, or until the biscuit dough is fully cooked and fluffy. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

1. Finish and Serve:

• Once the dumplings are cooked through, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and serve hot!

Tips:

• For extra flavor, you can brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
• You can add other veggies like green beans or corn if desired.
• To make the sauce creamier, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end of cooking.

This Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is a hearty, satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting weekend meal. Enjoy! 🥣🍗