Description
A hearty and comforting dish featuring tender chicken, savory broth, and soft dumplings, all made effortlessly in the crockpot. Perfect for chilly nights, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Chicken:
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3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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1 small white onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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6 cups chicken broth
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2 cups milk
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2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Dumplings:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
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2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
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Place the chicken breasts, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper into the crockpot.
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Pour the chicken broth and milk over the ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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Remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot, shred the chicken using two forks, and return it to the crockpot.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and a little bit of water to make a slurry, then stir it into the crockpot. This will help thicken the broth.
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To make the dumplings: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir in the milk (or buttermilk) and melted butter to form a dough.
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Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the crockpot. Cover and cook on high for 30-40 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
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Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
Notes
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You can substitute buttermilk for milk in the dumpling mixture for a slightly tangy flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, increase the amount of cornstarch slurry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (for chicken) + 30 minutes (for dumplings)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American