Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

This Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a comforting, hearty meal perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken thighs are slow-cooked with creamy soups, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings, then topped with buttery biscuits for the perfect finishing touch.

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, diced
• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 can cream of celery soup
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp poultry seasoning
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can buttermilk refrigerated biscuits
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, defrosted
• Black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crockpot:

• Layer the diced onion on the bottom of your crockpot.

1. Layer the Chicken:

• Place the chicken thighs on top of the chopped onion in a single layer.

1. Mix the Soups:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the can of cream of chicken soup and the can of cream of celery soup.

1. Add Seasonings:

• Add 1 tsp of poultry seasoning, 2 tbsp of chopped fresh parsley, and black pepper to taste to the soup mixture. Stir well to combine.

1. Add to Crockpot:

• Pour the soup mixture over the chicken thighs in the crockpot.
• Pour 2 cups of chicken broth over the top of the chicken and soup mixture.

1. Cook:

• Set the crockpot to high and cook for 5 hours with the lid closed.

1. Add Vegetables:

• With 1 hour of cook time remaining, open the lid and add 2 cups of defrosted mixed vegetables.
• Stir the vegetables into the crockpot, shredding the chicken thighs as you mix.

1. Prepare the Biscuits:

• Open the can of refrigerated biscuits. Flatten each biscuit and cut them into 4 long slices.

1. Finish Cooking:

• Place the biscuit slices on top of the mixture in the crockpot.
• Close the lid and continue cooking for the remaining hour, or until the biscuits are cooked through and fluffy.

1. Serve:
   • Once the biscuits are cooked and the mixture is heated through, serve warm.

Tips:

• Vegetables: Feel free to customize the mixed vegetables to your liking. Carrots, peas, corn, and green beans are great options.
• Chicken: For a richer flavor, you can brown the chicken thighs in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot.
• Biscuits: If you prefer a crispier biscuit topping, you can bake the biscuits separately and place them on top of the chicken mixture just before serving.
• Consistency: If the mixture is too thick, you can add more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.

Enjoy this warm and comforting Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings, perfect for a cozy night in!