Best Ever Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings

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Best Ever Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings

This Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich, creamy herb-seasoned gravy. Soft dumplings made from refrigerated buttermilk biscuits cook right on top of the savory mixture, creating a warm, satisfying meal with minimal hands-on effort.

With the convenience of a slow cooker and simple everyday ingredients, this family-friendly dish is perfect for chilly evenings, busy weekdays, or whenever you’re craving a homemade meal that feels like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

1 large yellow onion, diced
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup (10.5 ounces)
1 can condensed cream of celery soup (10.5 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus extra for garnish
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 cups chicken broth
1 can refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (16 ounces)
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
Black pepper, to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Base

Spread the diced onion evenly across the bottom of your slow cooker. Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer over the onions.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Gravy

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, poultry seasoning, chopped parsley, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.

Step 3: Combine the Ingredients

Pour the prepared soup mixture over the chicken thighs, spreading it evenly. Add the chicken broth, distributing the liquid throughout the slow cooker.

Step 4: Cook the Chicken

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on HIGH for approximately 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 5: Shred the Chicken and Add Vegetables

Remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Add the thawed mixed vegetables and stir gently to distribute them throughout the creamy gravy.

Step 6: Prepare the Dumplings

Remove the refrigerated biscuits from the can. Flatten each biscuit slightly, then cut it into four long strips to create smaller pieces that will cook evenly.

Step 7: Add the Dumplings

Arrange the biscuit strips in a single layer over the hot chicken mixture. Cover the slow cooker immediately to trap the steam needed to cook the dumplings.

Step 8: Finish Cooking

Continue cooking on HIGH for approximately 1 additional hour without lifting the lid. Check that the dumplings are cooked through in the center before serving; cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker.

Step 9: Garnish and Serve

Once the dumplings are fluffy and fully cooked, gently stir them into the creamy chicken mixture if desired. Sprinkle additional fresh parsley over the top and serve hot.