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Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings. I took the classic chicken and dumpling soup and made it even easier (and yummier) in the crockpot. Mix everything into the bowl of your crockpot, then let it slow cook. Add the dumplings to the soup base, cook a little more, and then youโre ready to serve. The soup base is creamy, with notes of butter, fresh thyme, and sage. The dumplings are light and airy. They make every bite so delicious. This cozy recipe will be on repeat for both fall and winter nights.
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This is the time of year when I love to cook for others the most. For whatever reason, most of us have fall recipes that hold special memoriesโthe recipes that just make us feel a bit happier at the end of the day.
For me, my dadโs tacos or chicken and rice provide the most comfort. Oh, and my momโs chili is so delicious with a side of Nonnieโs beer bread! Can you tell Iโm from the Midwest?
I love to make Crieghtonโs favorite meatballs, or creamy white chili for my dad. Asher also loves Dadโs tacos or my homestyle chicken soup. My mom, she loves all of these, but sheโs a real sucker for chicken and dumplings.
Weโve been having late-night calls while sheโs away. When I mentioned this idea to her, she said, โOh, you have to make that.โ
Sheโs always been my favorite to cook for. Sheโs easily the most predictable about what she will like. Fortunately, I really know what she loves!
I agreed that the chicken and dumplings were a good choice, but I wanted to perfect this recipe for you all! And now I get to share it. This is so good and even easier than youโd think. Made in the crockpot, itโs almost effortlessโjust a little chopping, dumping, and mixing!
These are the details
Ingredients
- salted butter
- flour
- garlic
- fresh thyme (or use dried)
- fresh sage (or use dried)
- chicken breasts
- yellow onions
- celery
- carrots
- broth (I love using bone broth)
- salt and black pepper
- milk (I prefer whole milk)
Steps
Step 1: mix the roux
Set your crockpot to high, add the butter, and let it melt. Now add the flour and garlic, whisking until a paste forms. This is the roux. Cook the roux for 5 or 10 minutes to cook out the flavor of the raw flour.
Step 2: add in everything else
Add the thyme, sage, chicken, onions, celery, and carrots. Pour over the broth and season the soup with salt and pepper. I also like to add a little cayenne pepper.
Cover and cook over low heat for 3 hours or high for 1-2.
Step 3: to make the dumplings
Mix the flour, baking powder, fresh chopped sage, and black pepper. Now add some milk and mix to form a dough.
Step 4: cook the dumplings
Turn the crockpot to high heat. Shred the chicken and add the milk.
Next, scoop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough and drop them into the soup. Cook, covered for another hour until the dumplings are fluffy.
The dumplings get cooked directly in the soup, making this the easiest chicken and dumpling recipe. No extra pot, no stressful boiling process, no fuss!
Step 5: serve
Now, you can serve the fluffy dumplings and creamy soup in bowls topped with fresh thyme, flaky sea salt, and black pepper.
Itโs the creamiest bowl of chicken and dumplings. Itโs super cozy, and the dumplings cook perfectlyโlow and slow in the crockpot. They turn out super soft and fluffy. Scrumptious atop a creamy bowl of chicken soup!
I froze this meal for when Iโm away and my family needs dinner. My mom and Asher will be so excitedโฆand my dad will certainly be very thankful!
Looking for other easy family dinners? Here are a few ideas:ย
Crockpot Creamy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
One Pot Buffalo Chicken โHelperโ
Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper
Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice Casserole
One Pan Autumn Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
Easy Southern Style Baked Mac and Cheese
Pumpkin Cheese Stuffed Pasta Bolognese Bake
One Skillet Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake
Lastly, if you make these Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, donโt forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings
Ingredientsย
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 4 cups broth
- salt and black pepper
- 2 cups milk
Dumplings
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 3/4 cup milk
- black pepper
Instructionsย
- 1. Turn the crockpot to high. Add the butter and allow the butter to melt. Once melted, whisk in the flour and garlic. Let cook for 5-10 minutes. Add the thyme, sage, chicken, onions, carrots, and celery. Pour over the broth and season with salt and black pepper. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1 -2 hours.2. About 1 hour prior to serving, make the dumplings. Stir together the flour, baking powder, sage, and season with pepper. Add the milk. Mix until just combined. 3. Crank the heat on the crockpot to high. Shred the chicken. Mix in the milk.4. Drop heaping tablespoons of the dumpling dough into the soup. Cover and cook for 1 -2 more hours until the dumplings are cooked through and puffy.ย 5. Divide the soup and dumplings between bowls and serve topped with thyme, flaky salt, and pepper. Enjoy!ย
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
Can you use premade biscuits?
Hey Megan,
Sure, that should work nicely for you. Please let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love this dish!
So I was looking for a classic chicken pot pie recipe can I just use this and bake it with a crust or pumpkin?
Hey there,
Sure, I don’t see why not! Let me know how this recipe turns out for you!
How to make this gluten free?
Hi Taylor,
So sorry, I have not tested this, but you could certainly try using a gluten free flour. Please let me know if I can help in any other way!
Would this still work dairy free – substituting in oil and alternative milk?
Hey Courtney,
That should be okay for you to do. I hope you love this dish, let me know if you give it a try!
Can this be made with rotisserie chicken?
Hey Elizabeth,
Sure, that would be okay for you to use! I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try!
I make this soup once every couple months. Its a goto but i almost never use a crockpot. I adjust the cooking steps accordingly but it comes out great everytime.
Id reccomend putting a note on this recipe / steps for non crockpot cooking
Hey Jeremy,
Happy Friday! Love to hear this recipe is always a winner, thanks a lot for making it so often!
Made this! I was so worried about the dumplings based on the below commentary but they turned out great! We absolutely loved the soup and would definitely make again!
Hey Jackie,
Amazing! Thank you so much for making this recipe, so glad it turned out well!
Happy Easter!
Missing a lot of detail about the dumplings. Most other recipes have at least 2 paragraphs and several photos detailing how they should look during the process. I didnโt over mix, but apparently overcooked them because theyโre falling apart in the soup. Itโs inedible. Look elsewhere for a different recipe.
Hi Zip,
Sorry to hear you had issues with the dumplings. Thanks for your feedback and trying the recipe!
iโm not sure whether to give it two or three stars, but i made it and am actually currently eating it and i feel like thereโs just not enough flavor. i wish it was even creamier and the dumplings tasted more like dumplings but other than that its a quick throw together.
Hi Helena,
Thanks for trying this dish and sharing your feedback. Very sorry to hear it was not enjoyed!
Thank you for this recipe. I think the butter really gave it the flavor. I only had jar garlic and used a few tspโs. The chicken fell apart wonderfully.
I used 2 cans of carrots and all the rest of the ingredients.
My dumplings turned out great. I am not good at making dumplings so this was a nice treat. Thank you again. It made a nice meal on a rainy day.
Hey Amy,
Awesome! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
I make this recipe all the time. My 3 year old son licks the bowl clean. For ease, I use dried herbs.
It is my go- to potluck item or meal I bring friends. Everyone loves it
Hey Brittany,
Thanks for making this recipe so often, I’m so glad it always turns out nicely. Have a great Thursday!
Tried this recipe twice now and the soup is wonderful but the dumplings are dense and not desirable. I think the proportions are not right.
Change to
1C flour
2tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 C milk
1tb sage fresh herb
Cover and cook 15 min.
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback, Tracy! So sorry to hear about your dumplings!
I made this yesterday in my instant pot on the slow cooker setting. It was delicious! My husband said it was a keeper recipe. I did not have fresh thyme, so I used dried thyme. The dumplings came out fluffy and so yummy! Thanks for a great recipe.
Thanks so much, Jeffrey! So glad to hear this dish turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it!
So good! Rich and flavorful.
Thanks so much, Katherine! Love to hear this recipe was a hit, I appreciate you making it!
I really enjoyed making this from scratch. Be sure to give it enough time to let the flavors set in. I had problems with my dumplings not being fluffy, they were very dense and firm. Any idea why?
I will make this again. Thanks for this warm comfort food that is a families favorite.
Hi Tracy,
Thanks so much for making this dish and sharing your feedback! Sorry to hear about your dumplings. It’s really key not to over-mix them:)