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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe: Comfort Food Made Easy

This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe brings comfort with tender chicken, potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Provides protein and moisture
  • 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth Adds depth of flavor
  • 3 Chopped carrots Contributes sweetness and color
  • 2 Diced potatoes Yukon Gold for creaminess or Russet for fluffiness
  • 1 Chopped onion Enhances savory flavor
  • 2 Chopped celery stalks Adds crunch and fresh flavor
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Offers aromatic depth
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Provides umami and richness
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Add earthy herbal notes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary Add earthy herbal notes
  • 1 leaf Bay leaf Imparts subtle depth
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Used for sautéing
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose flour Optional for thickening
  • to taste Fresh parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by seasoning the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. Optionally, sear chicken in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. In the slow cooker, combine chopped carrots, diced potatoes, chopped onion, chopped celery, minced garlic, and tomato paste. Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Mix well.
  3. Nestle the chicken thighs on top of the vegetable mixture. Pour the chicken broth over the top.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  6. For a thicker stew, mix flour with broth and stir into the stew. Cook uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes on HIGH.
  7. Discard the bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and add freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for gluten-free diets by using cornstarch instead of flour for thickening if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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