Description
Hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is the perfect Saturday evening meal. This flavorful crockpot recipe combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a nourishing and easy-to-make dinner that’s ideal for cozy nights and family gatherings. Enjoy rich flavors with minimal effort with this easy-to-prepare chicken stew in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sear the chicken pieces until lightly browned to enhance flavor, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add chopped carrots, diced potatoes, diced onion, sliced celery, minced garlic, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the chicken is tender and flavors meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Searing the chicken before adding it to the crockpot adds depth to the flavor. You can skip this step for a quicker meal.
- Use fresh herbs for maximum aroma and taste.
- For a thicker stew, stir in a cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg