A comforting and hearty dish made with tender chicken and fluffy dumplings, perfect for a cozy meal.
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
Cut the chicken into smaller pieces for faster cooking.
Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and celery sticks to the slow cooker.
Ensure the vegetables are evenly distributed for uniform cooking.
Season with black pepper and salt, then pour in the chicken broth.
Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours.
Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain the cooking temperature.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
Sift the flour and baking powder for a lighter texture.
Add the milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Do not overmix to keep the dumplings tender.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken mixture in the slow cooker.
Space the dumplings apart to allow them to expand.
Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
Check the dumplings with a toothpick to ensure they are done.
Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve with a side of crusty bread for a complete meal.