Slow Cooker Chicken Dumplings (Print Version)
Tender chicken simmers with fluffy dumplings in a rich, creamy broth for a comforting meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken and Broth
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tsp dried thyme
07 - 1 tsp dried parsley
08 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
09 - 1 tsp salt
10 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 1 cup heavy cream
12 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
→ Dumplings
13 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
14 - 2 tsp baking powder
15 - 1/2 tsp salt
16 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
17 - 3/4 cup whole milk
18 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Combine chicken thighs, diced onion, sliced carrots, celery, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried parsley, black pepper, salt, and chicken broth in the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
02 - Cover slow cooker and cook on low setting for 5 hours until chicken becomes very tender and vegetables are soft.
03 - Remove cooked chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
04 - Stir heavy cream and butter pieces into the slow cooker until butter melts and mixture is well combined.
05 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter and milk, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in fresh parsley.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough, approximately 2 tablespoons each, onto the surface of the hot stew.
07 - Cover and cook on high setting for 45 to 60 minutes, until dumplings are puffed and completely cooked through.
08 - Taste the stew and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Most of the magic happens hands-free while you go about your day
- The dumplings turn impossibly fluffy and light without any fancy technique
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- Do not lift the lid while dumplings are cooking or they will not puff properly
- The dough should be slightly sticky and shaggy not smooth and elastic
03 -
- Drop the dumpling dough quickly so they all cook at the same rate
- A 5 quart slow cooker is the minimum size needed for everything to fit properly