Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe in 6 Hours
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chicken stew that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Brown the chicken thighs for 3 minutes per side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add onions and garlic to the same pan. Sauté for 2 minutes, then sprinkle flour and stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth, stirring until slightly thickened. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add carrots, potatoes, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken slightly with a fork before serving.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor, but adjust cooking time.
- Add frozen peas or corn in the last 30 minutes for extra veggies.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg