Easy and Quick Chicken Dumpling Crockpot Soup
Chicken dumpling soup is a classic comfort food, and making it in a crockpot adds convenience without sacrificing flavor. This easy and quick recipe combines tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings in a rich and hearty broth. With minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it while your crockpot does the work! Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly days, this soup is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your hunger. It’s a one-pot meal that the whole family will love, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (biscuits or dumplings) refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade dumpling recipe)
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Add the sliced carrots, celery, and chopped onion on top of the chicken. Sprinkle with garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in Broth: Pour the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
- Add Dumplings: Cut the refrigerated biscuit dough into quarters or use a spoon to drop dough balls into the soup. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve: Stir the soup gently and ladle into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Easy and Quick Chicken Dumpling Crockpot Soup
A hearty and comforting chicken dumpling soup made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for busy days.
Equipment
- Crockpot or slow cooker
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Forks for shredding chicken
- Ladle for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots sliced
- 1 cup celery sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can 10 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough or homemade dumpling recipe
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the chicken at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Add sliced carrots, celery, and chopped onion on top. Season with garlic powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in Broth: Pour the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the pot.
- Add Dumplings: Cut the biscuit dough into quarters and drop them into the soup. Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve: Stir gently and ladle into bowls to enjoy!
Helpful Tips for Cooking
- Chicken Options: You can use frozen chicken; just increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours.
- Dumpling Variations: Feel free to use homemade dumpling dough or your favorite dumpling recipe if you prefer.
- Vegetable Add-ins: Add other vegetables like peas, corn, or green beans for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dumplings may absorb some broth, so add a little water or broth when reheating.
- Freezing: This soup can be frozen without the dumplings. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container. When ready to eat, thaw and reheat, then add fresh dumplings.
Enjoy your easy and quick chicken dumpling crockpot soup!
