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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe
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5 from 12 reviews

This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for cozy days. Tender chicken thighs or breasts are seared and slow-cooked with a medley of fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a flavorful, nourishing stew that’s effortless to prepare and sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Vegetables

  • 2 cups of carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups of potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup of celery, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of frozen peas (added in the last 30 minutes of cooking)

Liquids & Sauces

  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Oils

  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and paprika evenly on all sides to flavor the meat before cooking.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they get a golden brown crust; this step enhances the stew’s depth of flavor.
  3. Chop Vegetables: While the chicken is searing, prepare the vegetables by slicing carrots, dicing potatoes, chopping celery and onion, and mincing garlic to ensure all ingredients cook evenly.
  4. Arrange Ingredients: Place the chopped vegetables in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker to form a flavorful base.
  5. Add Chicken: Lay the seared chicken pieces on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
  6. Pour Broth: Pour the chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce over the chicken and vegetables, making sure everything is mostly submerged to allow proper cooking.
  7. Set Slow Cooker: Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours for tender, fully cooked chicken and vegetables.
  8. Finish with Peas: About 30 minutes before the stew is done, add the frozen peas to the slow cooker and gently stir to incorporate.
  9. Shred Chicken: Before serving, remove the chicken pieces and shred them into bite-sized portions, then return to the stew for easier eating and better distribution.
  10. Taste and Adjust: Finally, taste the stew and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if necessary to suit your preference.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a bay leaf during cooking and remove before serving.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat or breasts for a leaner option.
  • This recipe can be prepared the night before for convenience and enhanced flavor melding.
  • If you prefer a thicker stew, mix 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water and stir into stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve with crusty bread or over cooked rice for a complete meal.

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