Description
This slow cooker chicken stew is hearty, comforting, and packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and savory broth. It’s the perfect hands-off meal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 carrots, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
1 onion, diced
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup flour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
1. Sear chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown (optional but recommended).
2. Place seared chicken, diced vegetables, potatoes, garlic, and bay leaves into the slow cooker.
3. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper, then stir to combine.
4. Pour in chicken broth. Optionally add flour and stir to thicken.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Searing the chicken adds extra flavor but can be skipped for convenience.
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Add green beans, peas, or corn in the last hour of cooking for variety.
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Crock Pot Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg