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Ultimate Slow Cooker Chicken Stew: Easy Hearty Comfort Food Recipe

This hearty slow cooker chicken stew combines tender chicken pieces with wholesome vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and peas for a comforting meal that simmers to perfection. With minimal prep work and flexible cooking options, it's an ideal solution for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp flour (for thickening)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the chicken on both sides.
  2. Place the potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, and garlic in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Arrange the browned chicken pieces over the vegetables.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and flour until smooth.
  5. Pour the broth mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Add the bay leaf.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas and remove the bay leaf.
  8. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Notes

Chicken thighs stay more tender than breasts during long cooking. For thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water during last 30 minutes. For creamy variation, add heavy cream or Greek yogurt during last 15 minutes.