Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

                          Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender, slow-cooked chicken with fluffy dumplings in a creamy broth. It's a classic comfort food that's easy to make in the slow cooker. Here's a recipe for making Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Stew:

• 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Dumplings:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken chunks with salt and black pepper.

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3. Sear the chicken in the hot skillet until it's browned on all sides. This step helps to develop flavor and locks in the juices.

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5. Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker.

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7. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent.

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9. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for a minute to create a roux.

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11. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

1. Pour the vegetable and broth mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.

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3. Add the dried thyme and bay leaf to the slow cooker. Give everything a good stir.

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5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

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7. In the last hour of cooking, add the frozen peas and corn to the slow cooker.

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9. For the dumplings, in a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

10. Stir in the milk and melted butter until you get a soft and sticky dough.

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12. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the hot chicken stew in the slow cooker.

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14. Cover the slow cooker again and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the dumplings are cooked through and no longer doughy.

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16. Stir in the whole milk or half-and-half to create a creamy broth.

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18. Taste the chicken stew and adjust the seasoning with more salt and black pepper if needed.

19. Serve the Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings hot and enjoy the comforting and satisfying flavors.

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is a delightful dish that's perfect for a comforting family meal. The tender chicken and fluffy dumplings are combined in a creamy and flavorful broth, creating a truly comforting experience. Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make meal with your loved ones