Description

This slow cooker chicken stew is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and savory herbs meld together in a rich, flavorful broth, all with minimal prep and hands-off cooking. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this stew brings delicious warmth with every spoonful.

Ingredients

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Chicken

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks

Vegetables

3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas

Broth & Seasonings

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Thickener

2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tablespoons water

To Finish

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces, peeling and slicing the carrots and potatoes, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic. Having everything ready will make assembling the stew a breeze.
Layer in Slow Cooker: Add the chicken pieces to the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic. This layering helps the flavors develop evenly.
Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Add Peas and Thicken (if desired): About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas. For a thicker stew, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then stir the slurry into the stew. Cover and cook for the remaining time.
Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

Chicken thighs offer more flavor and tenderness, but breasts work well if preferred.
You can swap potatoes for sweet potatoes for a twist on flavor.
For added richness, stir in a splash of cream just before serving.
This stew freezes well; let it cool, then store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Add other seasonal vegetables as desired, such as parsnips or mushrooms.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 275
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 80mg