Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender chicken thighs, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmering to perfection while you relax. With minimal prep time and rich flavors, it’s perfect for cozy nights or as an easy meal prep option for busy weekdays. Gather your loved ones around this warm embrace served in a bowl, and savor every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 cups yellow or red potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop vegetables and mince garlic.
- Layer diced potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by carrots and onion. Place chicken thighs on top.
- Add garlic, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Pour chicken broth over until just covered.
- Cover the slow cooker and set on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooking time is complete, remove chicken thighs, shred them with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken thighs before adding them to the slow cooker. - Customize your stew by adding seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.