Best 5 Slow Cooked Chicken Dumplings Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our delectable slow-cooked chicken dumplings, where succulent chicken and tender dumplings come together in a flavorful embrace. This comforting dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a rich, savory broth that seeps into every morsel of chicken and dumpling.

For the chicken, we've chosen plump, juicy pieces that are gently simmered until fall-off-the-bone tender, ensuring that each bite is a tender delight. The dumplings, lovingly crafted from scratch, are light and fluffy, absorbing the savory goodness of the broth while maintaining their delicate structure.

This recipe offers two delectable variations to tantalize your taste buds. The classic chicken and dumplings recipe showcases the harmonious blend of chicken, dumplings, and a flavorful broth, while the chicken and corn dumpling recipe adds a vibrant pop of color and a touch of sweetness from the corn.

Whether you prefer the classic or the corn-infused version, this slow-cooked chicken dumplings dish is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your soul. It's a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary adventure that is both comforting and delicious.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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Easy, creamy chicken and dumplings made from refrigerator biscuits, slow-cooked to comfort food perfection.

Provided by Erin Krysten

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes     Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Time 5h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup water, or as needed
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (10.75 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 large onion, finely diced
3 carrots, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-fat condensed cream of celery soup (such as Campbell's®)
1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-fat condensed cream of chicken soup (such as Campbell's® Healthy Request)
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
1 (10 ounce) package refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk water, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; add chicken to bowl and turn to coat.
  • Pour 1/2 of the chicken broth into a slow cooker; add chicken and poultry seasoning mixture. Layer onion, carrots, and celery, respectively, over chicken. Dot butter over vegetables; pour celery soup and chicken soup over vegetables and sprinkle rosemary on top.
  • Cook on High for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks; return chicken to slow cooker. Add biscuit dough pieces to chicken mixture. Cook on High for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 755.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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This is an easy slow cooker recipe that cooks while you are at work! It is wonderful on a cold, snowy day. I have four children who are picky eaters, and they LOVE this! Enjoy!

Provided by Janiece Mason

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes     Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 onion, finely diced
2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, butter, soup, and onion in a slow cooker, and fill with enough water to cover.
  • Cover, and cook for 5 to 6 hours on High. About 30 minutes before serving, place the torn biscuit dough in the slow cooker. Cook until the dough is no longer raw in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1244.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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Keep pierogi in your freezer for quick family dinners: You can add them to soup or use in place of ravioli.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 7h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 carrots, sliced
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs (5 or 6)
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
20 frozen cheese-filled mini pierogi (from one 12-ounce package)
2/3 cup frozen peas
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Put the carrots and celery in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Top with the chicken; sprinkle with the garlic, red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Whisk the broth with the flour in a medium bowl until smooth; pour over the chicken. Cover and cook on low, 7 hours.
  • About 20 minutes before serving, bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pierogi and cook as the label directs. Drain.
  • Uncover the slow cooker and stir, breaking up the chicken. Add the pierogi, peas and heavy cream and stir. Let stand, uncovered, 10 minutes. Stir in the dill; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 26 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Cholesterol 209 milligrams, Sodium 841 milligrams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 6 grams

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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If the idea of enjoying a warm bowl of homemade chicken and dumplings with less hands-on cooking time sounds like a delicious idea, that means it's time to get out your slow cooker! The base for this easy recipe simmers for six hours in the slow cooker, resulting in tender, irresistible chicken in a stew of Progresso™ chicken broth, cream of celery soup and cream of chicken soup. Refrigerated biscuit dough makes for easy dumplings that are then combined with vegetables in the slow cooker for an extra hour and a half. Top this classic, flavorful slow-cooker chicken and dumpling recipe with a hard-boiled egg for an extra boost of protein and flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery soup
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 1/4 lb)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, cut into pieces
1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1 can (16.3 oz) large refrigerated homestyle buttermilk biscuits
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1 hard-cooked egg, chopped
Additional freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix both soups, broth and onion. Arrange chicken in slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dot with butter.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 hours. Uncover; shred chicken, using 2 forks. Stir in peas and carrots. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook while preparing dumplings.
  • On work surface, roll biscuits to flatten to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut each biscuit into 4 strips. Place strips in stew, pressing gently with back of spoon to submerge in liquid. Cover; cook on High heat setting 1 hour 30 minutes or until dumplings are thoroughly cooked. Sprinkle with parsley, egg and additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 44 g, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2120 mg

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS



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Here's a homey dish that people just can't wait to dive into! Yes, you can have slow cooker chicken and dumplings from scratch. The homemade classic takes a bit of work but is certainly worth it. -Daniel Anderson, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth, divided
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
DUMPLINGS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. , In same skillet, cook celery, carrots and onion until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste and remaining salt and pepper; cook 1 minute. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute longer. Whisk in 2 cups chicken broth; cook and stir until thickened. Transfer to slow cooker. Stir in bay leaves, thyme and remaining chicken broth. , For dumplings, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in milk and butter to form a thick batter. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls over chicken mixture. Cook, covered, on low until bubbly and dumplings are set, 6-8 hours. Discard bay leaves. Remove insert and let stand, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 1245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season Well: Don't be afraid to season your dumplings and broth generously. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Cook Chicken Thoroughly: Ensure the chicken is cooked through before adding the dumplings to prevent undercooked poultry.
  • Proper Dumpling Dough: Make sure the dumpling dough is pliable and not too sticky or dry. Add more flour or water as needed.
  • Gentle Handling: Be gentle when handling the dumplings to prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Simmer, Don't Boil: Maintain a gentle simmer for the dumplings to cook evenly without disintegrating.
  • Rest Before Serving: Let the dumplings rest in the broth for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy. Experiment with different variations of the recipe, such as adding vegetables, herbs, or different types of meat, to create your own unique version of this timeless dish. Remember to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and season well to elevate the taste of your slow-cooked chicken and dumplings. Take the time to prepare the dumplings properly, ensuring they are cooked through without breaking apart. Serve the dumplings in a flavorful broth, garnished with fresh herbs or vegetables, for a truly satisfying and comforting meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, slow-cooked chicken and dumplings is a great recipe to try. With a little patience and effort, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and heartwarming meal.

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