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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe
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This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a cozy family dinner. Tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmer together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Stew:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and sear for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned. Transfer chicken to a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Prepare the Stew: Add carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. Whisk flour into chicken broth until smooth, then pour into the slow cooker. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the Stew: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender and stew is thickened.
  4. Final Touches: About 30 minutes before serving, add frozen peas if using. Discard bay leaf, stir in parsley, and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, deglaze the skillet with a splash of broth or white wine after searing the chicken.
  • You can use chicken breast if preferred, but thighs stay more tender.

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