Easy Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings for Weeknight Comfort (Print Version)
Easy Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings bring a hug in a bowl, perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a creamy sauce with minimal fuss.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 300 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 315 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Flavor Boosters
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1 tsp dried parsley
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1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Finishing Touches
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1/2 cup whole milk
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Easy Dumplings
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1 (16.3 oz) can refrigerated flaky biscuit dough (e.g., Pillsbury Grands)
# Instructions:
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First things first, grab those chicken breasts and pat them dry. Then, roughly chop your onion. You don't need to be super precise here, just get it done! Toss the chicken into your trusty crock pot, then scatter the chopped onion over the top. Now, pour in the chicken broth and that can of cream of chicken soup. Stir it all gently to combine everything. I love seeing all those ingredients ready to transform, it's like a promise of comfort, you know?
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Now for the truly easy part. Cover your crock pot and set it to low for about 4-5 hours. If you're really pressed for time, high for 2.5-3 hours works, but honestly, low and slow is where the magic happens for the most tender chicken. I've definitely tried to rush it before on high, and while it was okay, the chicken just didn't have that fall-apart quality. Don't peek too much! Let it do its thing.
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Once the chicken is cooked through and super tender (it should shred easily with two forks), carefully remove it from the crock pot and place it on a cutting board. Shred it up into bite-sized pieces. While that's happening, pour in the whole milk and drop in those pats of unsalted butter into the crock pot liquid. Stir it all together until the butter has melted and the sauce is looking wonderfully creamy. The smell at this point? Oh my goodness, it's absolutely heavenly. This is where your Easy Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings start to really take shape.
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Now, the fun part! Grab your refrigerated biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 4 or 6 pieces, depending on how big you like your dumplings. I usually just use kitchen shears, it's quicker and less messy. Drop these little dough pieces directly into the hot liquid in the crock pot. They don't need to be perfectly spaced; they'll find their way. This is where I always get a little excited, watching them sink then knowing they'll puff up. Don't stir too vigorously once they're in!
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Put the lid back on your crock pot and continue to cook on low for another 30-45 minutes. You want those dumplings to be cooked through, fluffy, and tender. They'll absorb some of that delicious sauce and puff up beautifully. I've made the mistake of taking them out too early once, and they were a bit doughy in the middle—oops! So, give them their time. You'll know they're ready when they look plump and feel soft to the touch.
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Finally, gently stir the shredded chicken back into the pot with the dumplings and creamy sauce. Give it one last gentle stir to combine everything, making sure every piece of chicken and every dumpling is coated in that luscious sauce. Ladle generous portions into bowls. Garnish with a little fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy, or just dig right in! The aroma of these Easy Crock Pot Chicken Dumplings filling your kitchen is just the best, honestly.
# Notes:
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Don't lift the lid too often once the dumplings are in; they need that trapped steam to cook through.
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Using whole milk really makes a difference for a rich, creamy sauce, I learned that the hard way.
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Biscuit dough works perfectly for quick dumplings, no need to get fancy unless you want to!
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A simple green salad and crusty bread make this meal feel extra special.
# Tools You'll Need:
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6-quart or larger slow cooker (crock pot)
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cutting board
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sharp knife
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two forks for shredding
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 500 kcal
Total Fat: 22 g
Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
Protein: 33 g