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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Stew for Cozy Nights

Enjoy this Slow Cooker Chicken Stew, a comforting dish filled with tender chicken and hearty veggies, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 medium carrots cut into chunks
  • 4 medium potatoes Yukon gold or red, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup green peas optional, can swap for corn
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme optional, fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary optional, fresh preferred

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Chop garlic, onions, carrots, and potatoes into even pieces and set aside.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Layer seared chicken and prepared vegetables in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and milk, and sprinkle salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
  4. Thicken the Stew: Mix all-purpose flour with a few tablespoons of liquid from the slow cooker, then stir it back in to thick the stew.
  5. Set Cooking Time: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  6. Add Peas: Stir in green peas when there are 30 minutes left to cook, allowing them to warm through.
  7. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle stew into bowls and enjoy with warm bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, always sear chicken first and make sure vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking.

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