Description
This Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy chicken stew topped with fluffy dumplings, all effortlessly made in a slow cooker. With minimal prep and a rich, hearty flavor, it’s the perfect meal for busy days or cozy nights in. This easy-to-make recipe can be customized for dietary preferences and is ideal for family dinners.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 5–6 thighs)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
1 onion, chopped
10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup (1 can)
½ cup frozen peas
16.3 ounces refrigerated biscuit dough (8 large biscuits)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place them in the bottom of the crockpot.
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Add the bay leaf, parsley, rosemary, thyme, and garlic powder.
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Pour in the chicken broth, then add the carrot, onion, and cream of chicken soup.
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Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
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About 30 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas and place the biscuit dough on top.
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Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes, until the dumplings are fully cooked and fluffy.
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Serve the dish garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
Variations:
For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth, adding more vegetables like potatoes or celery.
Swap herbs like rosemary or thyme with sage or tarragon for a new twist.
If you prefer homemade dumplings, replace the store-bought biscuit dough with a homemade recipe.
Storage/Reheating:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, warm in the crockpot without the dumplings, or heat on the stovetop.
For longer storage, freeze the chicken stew (without dumplings) for up to 6 months. Add fresh dough when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours (on low) or 2-3 hours (on high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
