Best 2 Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken And Dumplings Recipes

Comfort food never goes out of style, and when it comes to warm and cozy meals, nothing beats a hearty bowl of slow cooker creamy chicken and dumplings. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy dumplings smothered in a rich, creamy sauce is sure to tantalize your taste buds and warm you from the inside out. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking for an easy-to-follow recipe, there are countless variations of this classic dish to suit your preferences and skill level.

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SLOW-COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN AND HERBED DUMPLINGS

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Nothing could be more comforting than tender chicken, swimming in a creamy, thyme-scented gravy, made with Progresso™ chicken broth and topped with fluffy, herb-flecked dumplings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 4h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 10 thighs)
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 medium carrots, peeled and cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices
3 stalks celery, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium onion, diced (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Spray 5-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix chicken, broth, carrots, celery, onion, thyme, salt and pepper. Cover; cook on High heat setting 3 to 4 hours or on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
Uncover; using 2 forks, shred chicken into large chunks. If using Low heat setting, increase to High. In small bowl, beat cornstarch and water with whisk until smooth. Add cornstarch mixture and cream to slow cooker; stir to combine. Cover and continue to cook on High heat setting 20 to 25 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together Bisquick™ mix, milk and 2 tablespoons of the parsley until soft dough forms.
Drop dumpling batter by heaping tablespoons onto simmering chicken mixture in slow cooker. Cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until knife inserted into dumplings comes out clean.
Divide stew and dumplings into 6 serving bowls, and sprinkle with remaining parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 970 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

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

Provided by rosencat

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

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 onion, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons rosemary
ground black pepper to taste
1 cup vegetable broth, or as needed
2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Steps:

Combine chicken, cream of mushroom soup, onion, butter, rosemary, and black pepper in a slow cooker; add enough vegetable broth to cover the ingredients completely.
Cook on High for 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours.
Arrange torn biscuit dough on top of chicken mixture; continue cooking until dough is cooked through, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1294 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrition to your dish. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts can dry out easily, so it's important to cook them until they are just cooked through. A meat thermometer is a great way to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Make sure the dumplings are cooked through. The dumplings should be cooked through before you add them to the soup. You can check this by inserting a toothpick into the center of a dumpling. If it comes out clean, the dumpling is cooked through.
Serve the soup hot. Creamy chicken and dumplings is best served hot. You can garnish it with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious creamy chicken and dumplings dish that your family and friends will love.