Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

This hearty and comforting chicken stew is packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a savory broth, perfect for cold nights or when you want a filling meal with minimal effort!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 large carrots, sliced
• 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the slow cooker:
   Place the chicken, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker. Add the thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the broth:
   Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients. Stir slightly to combine everything.
3. Cook the stew:
   Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken and vegetables are tender.
4. Add the peas:
   About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas and allow them to cook through.
5. Thicken the stew (optional):
   If you’d like a thicker stew, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the stew, cover, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on high until the broth thickens.
6. Serve:
   Remove the bay leaf and garnish the stew with fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or biscuits for dipping.

Enjoy this delicious, wholesome chicken stew!