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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings with Carrots and Celery Recipe

A simple, slow cooker vegan “chicken” and dumplings recipe with tender carrots, celery, and fluffy dumplings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the stew:
  • 1 block 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and shredded (vegan chicken substitute)
  • 3 large carrots peeled and diced
  • 3 celery stalks diced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk almond or oat
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast for cheesy depth
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the dumplings:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup plant-based milk
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter melted

Method
 

  1. Combine shredded tofu, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, broth, plant milk, nutritional yeast, thyme, and sage in slow cooker.
  2. Season with salt and pepper, stir well, and cover. Cook on low for 3 hours.
  3. Prepare dumplings by whisking flour, baking powder, salt in a bowl.
  4. Mix plant milk and melted vegan butter, then combine with dry ingredients to form thick batter.
  5. Spoon dumpling batter gently over stew surface, cover again.
  6. Cook another 1 hour on low until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy that cozy, no-fuss comfort on a plate.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 120%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Calcium: 20%
  • Vitamin C: 10%
  • Vitamin K: 12%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor

  • Use fresh herbs if you want that fancy gourmet vibe.
  • Add a splash of white wine or apple cider vinegar for brightness.
  • Swap tofu for seitan if you want more chew and protein.
  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of goodness.
  • Freeze leftovers in portions for easy, comforting meals on demand.