Slow-Cooked Poultry and Soft Dough Droplets

Comforting Chicken & Dumplings Made Easy

This Slow-Cooked Poultry and Soft Dough Droplets recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Tender chicken simmers low and slow in a savory broth with vegetables, while fluffy dumplings (“soft dough droplets”) cook right on top for a cozy, one-pot dinner the whole family will love.

It’s hearty, soothing, and perfect for chilly nights or whenever you’re craving classic homemade comfort.

🥣 Why You’ll Love This Chicken & Dumplings Recipe

✔️ Classic American comfort food
✔️ Made in the slow cooker
✔️ Tender chicken + fluffy dumplings
✔️ One-pot, no-fuss meal
✔️ Great for leftovers

🛒 Ingredients

For the Slow-Cooked Poultry Base:

• 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp poultry seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Soft Dough Droplets (Dumplings):

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ¾ cup milk

• 2 tbsp melted butter

👩‍🍳 How to Make Slow-Cooked Poultry and Soft Dough Droplets

Step 1: Build the Slow Cooker Base

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 4–5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.

Transfer veggies to the slow cooker.
Add chicken, broth, thyme, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Slow Cook the Chicken

Cover and cook:
• Low: 6–7 hours
• High: 3–4 hours

When done, shred chicken gently with two forks in the slow cooker.

Step 3: Make the Dumpling Dough

In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in milk and melted butter until a soft dough forms.

Step 4: Add the Dough Droplets

Drop spoonfuls of dough on top of the hot chicken mixture.

Cover and cook on High for 30–40 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.

Step 5: Serve

Gently stir and ladle into bowls. Serve hot and enjoy!

🍗 Tips for the Best Chicken & Dumplings

• Use thighs for extra tenderness

• Don’t stir while dumplings cook

• Add peas at the end for color

• Season again before serving

📦 Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Up to 4 days

• Freezer: Up to 2 months

• Reheat: Stovetop or microwave

⭐ Final Thoughts

This Slow-Cooked Poultry and Soft Dough Droplets recipe delivers everything you want in a comfort meal—rich broth, tender chicken, and fluffy dumplings in every bite. It’s simple, nostalgic, and always satisfying.