Description
A warming and hearty slow-cooked chicken stew that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Simple ingredients come together for a comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 Carrots, diced
- 3 Celery stalks, diced
- 1 Onion, diced
- 4 medium Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 Bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker and add diced vegetables and potatoes.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper; stir gently to combine.
- Add chicken broth, whisking in flour with a bit of broth first if using.
- Cover and set to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Remove bay leaves, taste for seasoning, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
This stew can be made a day ahead; the flavors deepen the longer it sits. It’s also freezer-friendly for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: slow cooker, chicken stew, comfort food, hearty meal, autumn recipes