Title: CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Introduction
Nothing beats the comfort of a hearty, home-cooked meal especially when it includes tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a generous sprinkle of cheese. Introducing the CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese, not just a meal but a bowl of comfort suitable for any occasion.
Why Make This Recipe
This easy and quartet dish does not only bring a warm and comforting meal to your table but also saves time and effort. All you need is a handful of common pantry ingredients and your trusted CrockPot.
How to Make CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese
Ingredients :
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups milk
– 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
– 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into quarters
Directions :
1. Combine the onion, garlic, chicken broth, milk, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, and thyme in the crockpot and blend them well.
2. Place chicken breasts amid this mixture. Let it cook at low heat for 4 hours.
3. Shred the chicken after removing it from the crockpot.
4. Time to stir in mixed vegetables and cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly.
5. Top this with quartered biscuit dough. Make sure they are well scattered.
6. Cook, covered, on high for another hour until the biscuits are fluffy and well cooked.
7. Serve in soup bowls.
How to Serve CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese
Serve this dish warm, straight from the crockpot into soup bowls. Add a side of buttery cornbread or crusty rolls for a more filling meal.
How to Store CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate them. They stay well for up to four days. Consider warming up the dish before serving again.
Tips to Make CrockPot Chicken and Dumplings with Cheese
Cutting the biscuit dough in quarters makes bite-sized dumplings, a perfect size as it slowly soaks up the flavors from the soup while it cooks.
Variation (if any)
You can add herbs like parsley and rosemary for flavor. Smoked paprika or cayenne will give a spicy twist to the soup.
FAQs
1. Can I use any type of canned biscuit dough?
Yes, any brand or type of canned biscuit dough would work fine for this recipe.
2. Can I freeze the leftovers?
Yes, the dish can be easily frozen. However, the texture of the dumplings might slightly change after thawing.
3. What can be served alongside the dish?
Anything from a green salad, sautéed vegetables or simply nice crusty bread would pair well. The choices are endless!