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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
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Warm up with this easy Slow Cooker Chicken Stew recipe packed with tender chicken thighs and hearty vegetables. Perfect for a cozy night, this wholesome stew combines savory flavors, fresh ingredients, and comforting textures to create a nourishing and effortless meal ideal for busy days or relaxing weekends.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, trimmed

Vegetables

  • 3 carrots, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Liquids and Sauces

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Chop the carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and trim excess fat from the chicken thighs for a leaner stew.
  2. Sear the chicken: For deeper flavor, quickly brown the chicken thighs in a hot pan until golden on both sides, then transfer them to the slow cooker. (Optional step)
  3. Build your stew base: Add the chopped vegetables, garlic, tomato paste, dried thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves to the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth, then season everything with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook low and slow: Set your slow cooker on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for about 4 hours, letting the flavors meld and the chicken become tender.
  5. Final touches: About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken to shred or chop, then stir it back into the stew for perfect texture.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the slow cooker to ensure proper slow cooking instead of steaming.
  • Browning the chicken is optional but adds deeper flavor.
  • Adjust liquid levels with additional broth or water if the stew is too thick.
  • Add delicate herbs like fresh parsley at the end for brightness; add tougher herbs earlier for depth.
  • Use bone-in chicken for more flavor and remove bones before serving.

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