# CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings: A Delicious Comfort Meal from Your Slow Cooker
## Introduction
Is there anything better than a warm, filling, and scrumptious bowl of homemade Chicken and Dumplings on a chilly day? Well, what if I told you, you could savor this comfort meal without having to babysit your pot on the stove for hours? That’s right! I present you the recipe of delightful, budget-friendly CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings. It’s everything you want your comfort meal to be – easy, hearty, soothing, and incredibly tasty!
## Why Make This Recipe
Now, you must be thinking why opt for CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings out of the countless other recipes out there. Firstly, it involves minimal effort. All you need to do is toss in your ingredients and let CrockPot work its magic. Secondly, the flavors are deep and complex as the ingredients take their sweet time to meld and create an exquisite dish. Lastly, nothing can beat that feeling of coming home to a fully cooked, wholesome meal!
## How to Make CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings
## Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– 1 tsp black pepper
– 1 bag (16 oz) frozen mixed vegetables
– 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
## Directions
1. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of your CrockPot.
2. Top with chopped onion, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, dried thyme, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low heat for 5 hours, until the chicken turns tender.
4. Remove the chicken, shred using two forks, and return it to the CrockPot.
5. Now, stir in your favourite mix of frozen vegetables.
6. Cut the biscuit dough into quarters and layer them on top of the chicken mixture.
7. Finally, cover and cook on high for an additional 1 hour until the biscuits are fluffy and cooked through.
## How to Serve CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings
Simply serve it hot in a bowl, garnished with fresh herbs if you like. This CrockPot delicacy is perfect just as is and doesn’t need sides. But you can always serve it alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread for a wholesome meal.
## How to Store CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings
Leftover Chicken and Dumplings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat it on a stovetop, but do it slowly to retain the creamy consistency.
## Tips to Make CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings
– Always add the biscuits towards the end. This prevents them from getting overcooked and soggy.
– For a heartier and creamier consistency, you can add a cup of heavy cream along with the frozen vegetables.
– Customize your dish with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
## Variation (if any)
For a gluten-free version of this recipe, use gluten-free biscuit dough and a can of gluten-free Cream of Chicken soup.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I use bone-in chicken for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can. Just make sure to remove the bones before serving.
Q2: Can I add raw vegetables instead of frozen ones?
A: Absolutely! Just chop your favourite ones and stir them in.
Q3: Can I cook it on high heat to reduce cooking time?
A: Yes, you can cook it on high heat for about 3 to 4 hours. But low and slow always makes the chicken more tender.