Description
This hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights. Tender chicken thighs, savory herbs, and a medley of vegetables simmer together in a rich broth until perfectly tender. Serve this delicious stew with crusty bread for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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For the stew:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to season
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 large potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 pound)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup green peas, frozen
- Black pepper, to season
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Dice chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken: Brown the chicken in a skillet with olive oil.
- Coat chicken with flour and herbs: In the slow cooker, toss chicken with flour, thyme, rosemary, and salt.
- Add vegetables and broth: Combine garlic, onion, carrots, potatoes, broth, and bay leaf in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Finish the stew: Add peas and milk, cook for an additional 10-15 minutes. Adjust thickness if needed.
- Season and serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
