Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken Stew:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Dumplings:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Preparing the Chicken Stew:

1. Place chicken thighs in the Crock Pot. Add chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
3. Shred the chicken using two forks. Add frozen peas (if using) and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well.

Crafting the Dumplings:

• In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumplings.
• Gradually add milk and melted butter, stirring until a soft dough forms.
• Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken stew.
• Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.

ENJOY!