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**Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings: The Ultimate Comfort Food**
### Why You’ll Love Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings
– **Hands-Off Cooking**: The slow cooker does all the work for you, leaving you more time to relax or take care of other tasks around the house.
– **Comforting and Hearty**: The creamy soup base, combined with tender chicken and fluffy dumplings, creates a meal that is the epitome of comfort food.
– **Family-Friendly**: This dish is a hit with both adults and kids. The familiar flavors of chicken, vegetables, and biscuits make it a crowd-pleaser at any table.
– **Perfect for Any Season**: Whether it’s a cold winter evening or a rainy spring day, Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings is always the right choice to warm you up and fill your belly.
#### For the Chicken and Soup Base:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, for extra flavor)
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
– 3 celery stalks, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dumplings:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for a slightly sweet flavor)
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for added flavor)
– 1 cup milk
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)