Description
Warm up with a bowl of Slow Cooker Chicken Stew, where tender chicken and vibrant vegetables create a symphony of flavors. This hearty dish is perfect for chilly days or family gatherings, offering effortless preparation and a rich aroma that fills the home. Customize it with your favorite veggies and enjoy the nostalgia of cozy dinners with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Transfer chicken thighs, sautéed onions and garlic, carrots, potatoes, celery, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and chicken broth to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked through and tender, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a thicker stew, mash some potatoes against the side of the pot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider using bone-in chicken thighs. Customize by adding sweet potatoes or green beans for extra flavor. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days.