Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken and vegetables simmered in a rich broth, topped with fluffy homemade dumplings. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in and skin-on chicken thighs, medium, peeled and sliced carrots, stalks, sliced celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, 3 sliced medium carrots, 2 sliced celery stalks, 1 diced medium onion, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Cook on low for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender and falls off the bone.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken, shred it, discard skin and bones, and return to slow cooker.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, whisk 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Drop spoonfuls of batter over simmering soup in slow cooker.
  6. Step 6: Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep stalks, sliced celery from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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