Crock-Pot Chicken Dumplings (Printable Version)
This slow cooker chicken and dumplings is warm, filling, and loaded with goodness. It's easy to make and perfect for chilly evenings.
# What You’ll Need:
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Chop up 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs.
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Split 1/2 teaspoon salt into two portions.
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Divide 1/2 teaspoon pepper into halves.
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1 tablespoon of canola oil for cooking.
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Dice 3 celery stalks.
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Peel and chop 2 medium-sized carrots.
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Cut up 1 large onion.
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Mince 3 garlic cloves.
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2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
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1/3 cup of plain flour.
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Split 4 cups of chicken broth into parts.
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Throw in 2 bay leaves.
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Add 1 teaspoon of dried thyme.
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For dumplings: use 2 cups of regular flour.
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For dumplings: toss in 3 teaspoons of baking powder.
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For dumplings: mix in 1 teaspoon salt.
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For dumplings: use 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
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For dumplings: 1 cup of whole milk.
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For dumplings: 4 tablespoons of butter, melted.
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Season the chicken thighs with half the salt and pepper. In a big pan, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes until the pink is gone. Move it into a 6-quart slow cooker after that.
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Using the same pan, soften the celery, carrots, and onion for 6-8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and the rest of the seasoning. Keep it going for 1 more minute. Add the plain flour and stir for another minute before stopping.
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Mix in 2 cups of chicken broth while whisking, letting it thicken. Pour that mix into the slow cooker. Add bay leaves, thyme, and what's left of the chicken broth.
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In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper for the dumplings. Mix in milk and melted butter to make a nice, thick mixture. Drop spoonfuls (about 1/4 cup size) right over the chicken in the slow cooker.
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Keep the slow cooker covered on low heat, letting it bubble away and letting the dumplings set for 6-8 hours. Toss out the bay leaves before serving. Let the dish rest uncovered for 15 minutes, then dig in.
# Additional Notes:
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Great for chilly evenings when you want something warm and comforting on the table.
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Shorten prep time by using store-bought chopped veggies or rotisserie chicken.