Description
Discover the comforting and hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew, a perfect one-pot meal blending tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory broth. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or relaxing weekend meals, this crock pot chicken stew is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that will warm your family’s hearts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional: 1 cup frozen peas or green beans for added nutrition
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Wash and chop the vegetables and pat the chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to the crock pot.
- Add chopped carrots, celery, diced onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth, sprinkle dried thyme and rosemary, and add bay leaves.
- Set your crock pot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. During the last 30 minutes, add frozen peas or green beans if using.
- Remove bay leaves, check seasoning, and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or side salad. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for extra flavor.
Notes
- For added richness, sear the chicken to develop deeper flavor before slow cooking.
- Using chicken thighs instead of breasts makes the stew more flavorful and tender.
- Frozen vegetables can be added during the final 30 minutes of cooking for freshness.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for longer storage, up to 3 months.
- Reheat thoroughly on the stove or microwave for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (low) / 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg