"This Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is a thick, rich, velvety stew loaded with chicken and veggies all topped with yummy dumplings! All made from scratch in your crock pot!..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 Pounds Boneless (Skinless Chicken Thighs-Trimmed)
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3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil~Divided
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1 Large Onion (Chopped)
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1 Tablespoon Garlic (Minced)
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2 Celery Ribs (Sliced 1/4 Inch Thick)
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1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste
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1/2 Teaspoons Dried Thyme Leaves
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1/3 Cup All-Purpose Flour
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1/4 Cup Dry Sherry
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4 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth (Divided)
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2 Teaspoons Better than Bouillon~Chicken Flavor
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1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
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4 Carrots (Peeled and Sliced 1/4 Inch Thick)
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2 Bay Leaves
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1 Cup Frozen Peas (Thawed and Drained)
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3 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
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1/2 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
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2 Cups All Purpose Flour
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1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
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1 Teaspoon Salt
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1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
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1 Cup Whole Milk
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3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
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2 Teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves (Chopped)