Crockpot Chicken & Dumplings

Name: Crockpot Chicken & Dumplings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 420 min
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 can cream of chicken soup; 1 can cream of celery soup; 1 cup peas and carrots; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp seasoning; 1 cup heavy cream; 3 butter flavored biscuits

There’s just something about a bowl of chicken and dumplings that feels like comfort food at its absolute best.

This slow cooker version keeps things simple while still giving you that thick, creamy texture and tender shredded chicken everyone loves. The soups and broth slowly cook together into a rich base that’s packed with flavor.

Once the biscuit pieces go in, they puff up into soft, fluffy dumplings that soak up all the creamy broth around them. Every bite ends up loaded with chicken, vegetables, and warm comfort food flavor.

It’s cozy, filling, and one of those meals that always hits, especially on colder days or when you just want something comforting and easy.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Classic comfort food made easy.
Rich, creamy, and hearty.
Soft fluffy dumplings in every bite.
Perfect set-it-and-forget-it dinner.
Family-friendly and filling.

Ingredients

This recipe combines chicken, creamy soups, vegetables, and biscuit dough to create a rich and hearty slow cooker meal. The broth and soups form a thick, flavorful base while the chicken becomes tender as it cooks.

The heavy cream adds extra richness, and the biscuit pieces cook directly in the crockpot, turning into soft, fluffy dumplings that soak up all the flavor.

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups chicken broth
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can cream of celery soup
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning
1 cup heavy cream
3 butter flavored biscuits, each biscuit cut into 8 pieces

How To Make Crockpot Chicken & Dumplings

Step 1: Add Chicken

Add the chicken breasts to the crockpot.

Step 2: Add Liquids

Pour in the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and cream of celery soup.

Step 3: Add Vegetables

Add the frozen peas and carrots.

Step 4: Season

Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning.

Step 5: Mix

Mix everything together well.

Step 6: Cook

Cover and cook on HIGH for 4–5 hours or LOW for 6–7 hours.

Step 7: Shred Chicken

Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred it directly in the crockpot.

Step 8: Add Cream

Stir in the heavy cream.

Step 9: Add Biscuits

Add the biscuit pieces to the crockpot and gently stir them into the mixture.

Step 10: Cook Dumplings

Cover and cook on HIGH for another 1–1½ hours until the biscuit pieces are cooked through and fluffy.

Recipe Variations

Add diced potatoes for extra heartiness.
Use cheddar biscuits for more flavor.
Add corn or green beans.
Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Add extra black pepper for more flavor.

Tips for Success

Cut biscuit pieces evenly so they cook consistently.
Avoid over-stirring after adding biscuits.
Use heavy cream for a richer texture.
Shred chicken finely for better consistency.
Keep the lid closed while dumplings cook.
Serve immediately for the best texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken thighs?

Yes, they work great and stay very tender.

Can I use homemade dumplings?

Yes, but cook times may vary.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze chicken and dumplings?

Yes, but the dumplings may soften slightly after reheating.

Can I add more vegetables?

Absolutely, corn or green beans work well.