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Chicken and Dumplings

This crockpot chicken and dumplings recipe is a cozy family favorite that transforms simple ingredients into a soul-warming meal. Tender chunks of chicken simmer gently in a creamy, flavorful broth with carrots, celery, and onions, creating a rich and satisfying base. The addition of fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings makes this dish feel like a true classic, perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a bit of comforting nostalgia. 

Ingredients (serves 6):

For the Soup:

• 1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1 cup frozen peas (optional)

For the Dumplings:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp. baking powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• ¾ cup milk
• 2 tbsp. butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and butter in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and add thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
2. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot, add the heavy cream, and stir. Add frozen peas if using.
3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined.
4. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter on top of the soup in the crockpot. Cover and cook on high for 30-45 min., until the dumplings are set and fluffy.
5. Ladle the creamy chicken and dumplings into bowls and garnish with extra parsley if desired.