Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a hearty, comforting meal made with tender chicken, vegetables, and potatoes simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. This easy, hands-off recipe fills your home with an irresistible aroma and yields a wholesome dish perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds 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 thym

• 2 bay leaves

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• ¼ cup flour (optional, for thickening)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Sear chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown.
   
   

2. Place seared chicken, carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, garlic, and bay leaves in the slow cooker.
   
   

3. Add thyme, salt, and pepper.
   
   

4. Pour in chicken broth and stir in tomato paste.
   
   

5. (Optional) For a thicker stew, whisk flour into the broth before pouring into the slow cooker.
   
   

6. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
   
   

7. Remove bay leaves.
   
   

8. Shred or slice chicken if desired.
   
   

9. Stir stew before serving.
   
   

10. Garnish with fresh parsley.
    
    

Nutrients

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving

• Protein: High

• Carbohydrates: Moderate

• Fat: Low to moderate

• Sodium: Depends on broth used

• Fiber: Moderate

• Vitamins A & C: High

• Iron: Moderate

• Calcium: Moderate