Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Few comforting, home-cooked dishes hold a candle to a steaming bowl of chicken stew. The rich aroma wafting through your kitchen as it slow-cooks is enough to make your mouth water. If you’re looking for an easy, delicious, and wholesome meal, this Slow Cooker Chicken Stew recipe is for you.

Course Main Course

Keyword All-Purpose Flour, Bay Leaves, Black Pepper, Carrots, Celery, Chicken, Chicken Broth, Garlic, Onion, Potatoes, Salt, Thyme, Tomato Paste

Cooking Method Slow Cooker, Stovetop

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 10

Servings

Calories 107kcal

Author Recipe Adapted From: CheffRecipes.com

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Large Skillet

Ingredients

2 pounds Chicken Thighs or breasts
3 Carrots Diced
3 stalks Celery Diced
1 Onion Diced
4 cloves Garlic Minced
4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
2 Bay Leaves
Salt To taste
Black Pepper To taste
¼ cup All-Purpose Flour

Instructions

Begin by searing the chicken in a hot skillet until it turns golden brown. This step enhances the flavor of the stew.
Place the seared chicken, diced vegetables, potatoes, minced garlic, and bay leaves into your slow cooker.
Sprinkle the dried thyme, salt, and pepper over the ingredients in the slow cooker. Stir to distribute the flavors evenly.
Carefully pour the chicken broth over the mixture in the slow cooker. If you prefer a thicker stew, sprinkle flour and stir until it thickens.
Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a delectable stew.
Once the cooking time is up, ladle the hot chicken stew into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

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