Description
Enjoy the comforting and hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew, a perfect autumn meal that combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection. This nutritious and easy recipe makes cozy dinners simple and delicious, ideal for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. Made with wholesome ingredients and minimal prep, it’s your go-to fall crockpot recipe for satisfying flavor and healthful eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 large carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup green beans or peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: potatoes, parsnips, or other root vegetables
Instructions
- Add the chicken, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into the Crock-Pot Family-Size Slow Cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place the bay leaf on top and cover with the lid.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- During the last 30 minutes, add green beans or peas for a burst of freshness and color.
- Remove the bay leaf, shred the chicken if necessary, and stir well before serving.
Notes
- Use skinless, boneless chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust cooking time if using frozen chicken, adding about 30 minutes.
- Reheat leftovers gently on the stove or microwave.
- Add herbs like sage or thyme for varied flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low, 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg