Crockpot chicken and dumplings make dinner time a breeze thanks to the ease of the slow cooker. Enjoy delicious chicken and dumplings with hardly any effort at all and get dinner on the table fast! Show
I’m so excited to share with you our family’s new favorite comfort food – easy crock pot chicken and dumplings. I know many of you love our Crock pot Chicken pot pie recipe and this new recipe will not disappoint either! It is the best crock pot chicken and dumplings with biscuits recipe you will find and so very simple to make. If you are in the mood for some easy but serious comfort food, then try this recipe out. My kids loved it and said it was the best dinner. I would call that a success. If you want an even faster version, try our Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings. By the way… are you following me on pinterest? Make sure you follow me so you don’t miss another money saving recipe. Our favorite comfort food!
When should I put my dumplings in a slow cooker?Now you cook the chicken, cream of chicken soup, water, and the veggies in the crock pot all day. Then in the last two hours, you toss in the cut up canned biscuits. Let it cook on high for one hour or on low for 2 hours. I was nervous at first, but it really did work. The biscuits came out to be the most delicious dumplings. Next time, I might add in another 10 ct of canned biscuits with some more water, because my kids loved them so much. This chicken and dumplings made with biscuits will not disappoint! Ingredients:
How to make crockpot chicken and dumplings:
Do you need it to be thicker?You can mix a couple of tablespoons of corn starch with some warm water. Then add this mixture to the the crockpot and mix together. After about 15 minutes your sauce should be thicker with your crock pot set on high. What to serve?We typically do not serve anything with chicken and dumplings. But if you are wanting to stretch your servings, you can always add a side of vegetables such as green beans, corn on the bob or a nice green salad. Tips for the best Chicken and Dumplings:
Can you use something other than canned biscuits?
Get the kids involved!I love getting my kids involved when making this meal. They love using a pizza cutter to cut the biscuits, which it just so easy to do. I like to cut our biscuit into size pieces, but you can do what your family likes. Another great thing about this recipe is you can use what you have on hand. Crockpot Chicken and Biscuit variations:
How to store leftovers:We love this homemade chicken and dumplings leftover. We store it in individual containers and it make a quick lunch for my husband and I. This homemade chicken and dumpling is good for 2-3 days. If you are heating it at home, I like to reheat on the stovetop. This ensure that it is thoroughly heated. Can you freeze it?If you would like this is a great meal to make ahead and freeze. But I would freeze without dumplings. Just make everything else, then once you are ready to eat, put in the crockpot. Then once your chicken mixture is heated, put in your biscuits. We love having this to be able to reheat on a busy night. Cost of this easy crockpot chicken and dumplings?
Total cost – $4.00 – so more or less about $4 to feed my family of 6. Now my kids are starting to get bigger and we scraped the crock pot clean. I’ll probably need to make this 50% more next time to feed these hungry kiddos. Everyone really loved this comfort food dish. I think you will love this recipe too. Print this Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe:Crock pot Chicken and DumplingsThis easy crock pot chicken and dumplings recipe is delicious! It is the best chicken and dumplings with biscuits that you can make. The best comfort food! Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 6 hrs Total Time 6 hrs 5 mins Servings 6 Cuisine American Course Crock Pot, Main Course Calories 482
Feel free to modify this recipe with what veggies you have on hand. I have used fresh carrots and fresh green beans, peas, carrots, and celery. And of course, canned veggies (drained) or frozen veggies will work as well. Refrigerate the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5-7 days. Calories 482kcal, Carbohydrates 54g, Protein 22g, Fat 21g, Saturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 45mg, Sodium 2594mg, Potassium 631mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 4g, Vitamin A 3090IU, Vitamin C 13mg, Calcium 79mg, Iron 5mg More easy crockpot chicken recipes:
To All the Moms who Struggle with Dinnertime Save hours in the kitchen every week and reclaim precious family time without blowing your budget. Join the Lazy Day Cooking Club. About the Author Hi, I’m Carrie. Welcome to Eating on a Dime! I’m on a mission to help you cook delicious meals without busting your budget. Together we are going to cook real food… for real families. Learn More Can I cook chicken in slow cooker without liquid?There is no need to add water to a whole chicken recipe in the slow cooker. Adding butter or lemon juice is better for infusing flavor. Unless you want poached chicken, do not add water.
Can you use water instead of chicken broth in crockpot?Yes! You can use water instead of chicken broth for your Crock Pot Shredded Chicken. You can also use chicken bullion mixed with water if you don't have broth.
How do you make broth for chicken and dumplings thicker?If you want to thicken the soup base on your chicken and dumplings, you'll need to do it BEFORE you add in your dumplings. Take about 1/3 cup of the liquids and place it into a bowl. Whisk 2 teaspoons of cornstarch into this liquid. Once the mixture is smooth, pour it back into the soup pot and stir in.
How does Paula Deen make chicken and dumplings?Ingredients. 4 quarts water.. 1 (10 3/4 oz) can condensed cream of celery or cream of chicken soup.. 1 teaspoon Paula Deen's House Seasoning.. 2 chicken bouillon cubes.. 2 bay leaves.. 1 large chopped onion.. 3 ribs chopped celery.. 1 2 1/2 lb chicken.. |