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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe is a hearty and comforting dish packed with chicken, vegetables, and savory herbs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt plus more to season
  • Black pepper to season

Vegetables and Broth

  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 pound potatoes cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 cup green peas frozen
  • 0.5 cup milk

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken thigh pieces with flour, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  • Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Brown the Chicken: Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet and brown them lightly on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Assemble in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned chicken along with sautéed garlic and onions into the slow cooker. Add sliced carrots, diced potatoes, bay leaf, and pour in the chicken broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  • Cook the Stew: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for about 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Add Peas and Milk: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen green peas and milk. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve: Remove the bay leaf, give the stew a good stir, and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Notes

For a thicker stew, you can add an extra tablespoon of flour when coating the chicken. Using bone-in chicken thighs can add more flavor but will require a slightly longer cooking time. Customize the stew by adding other vegetables like celery or mushrooms as desired. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months. If dairy-free, substitute milk with coconut milk or a plant-based milk alternative.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken stew, comfort food, easy recipe, hearty meal, Slow Cooker, weeknight dinner
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