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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings: The Best Comfort Food Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings, a perfect meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cups dumpling dough
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, broth, carrots, celery, onion, thyme, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
  3. Remove chicken, shred it, then return it to the slow cooker.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough over the chicken mixture.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, sauté the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • You can use chicken breast instead of thighs if preferred.

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Keywords: Slow Cooker, Chicken, Dumplings, Comfort Food