Slow Cooker Chicken Stew (Printable)
Chicken, root vegetables, and herbs are gently simmered for a flavorful and satisfying family dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
→ Vegetables
02 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 1 large onion, chopped
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup frozen peas
→ Broth & Liquids
08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
→ Herbs & Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
13 - 2 bay leaves
14 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Thickener
16 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
17 - 2 tablespoons cold water
# How To Make It:
01 - Place chicken thigh pieces evenly along the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Add carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic on top of the chicken.
03 - Whisk chicken broth, tomato paste, white wine (if using), thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Pour the mixture over chicken and vegetables.
04 - Cover with lid and cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the chicken and vegetables are fork-tender.
05 - Remove bay leaves. Stir together cornstarch and cold water; add to the stew and mix thoroughly.
06 - Add frozen peas and continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes until the peas are tender and the stew has thickened.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve hot.
# Tips from dashanddishes:
01 -
- Easy to prepare everything goes in one pot
- Feeds a crowd and is perfect for leftovers
- Fits gluten free and dairy free lifestyles
- You can customize veggies depending what is in season
- Prep takes minutes and the slow cooker does the rest
02 -
- High in protein makes this meal satisfying
- Easy to batch cook and perfect for meal prep
- No top allergens for added peace of mind
03 -
- Always taste the broth before cooking and adjust seasoning early
- Brown your chicken and onions for deeper flavor if you have time it truly makes a difference
- Do not rush the final twenty minutes with peas and cornstarch that is how you get stew that is velvety and thick