The Special Parent | Special People Parenting Special Kids

As the parent of a special needs child I am frequently out and on the road at doctors appointments, IEP meetings and after school special activities. Rachael Ray may be the queen of the 30 minute meal – I’ve become the queen of the 8 hour meal! The crock pot is my hero! I throw a bunch of ingredients in the crockpot first thing in the morning, set the time I want it to cook (typically 8-10 hours) and off I go to only open it up in time to serve dinner to the hungry hordes. Weekly on Sundays I will share some of our family’s favorites.

Chicken and Dumplings
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 6 Hours Ready In: 6 Hours 10 Minutes
Yields: 8 servings

INGREDIENTS:
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 onion, very finely diced
2 cans (14 ounce) Vegall type mixed vegetable
2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces
Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Seasoned Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS:
1. Place the chicken, butter, soup, and onion in a slow cooker, and fill with enough water (we use chicken broth but either works) to cover.
2. Cover, and cook for 5 to 6 hours on High. About 2 hours before serving, place the torn biscuit dough in the slow cooker. Complete cooking time.

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