Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey and Wild Mushroom Stew
Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey and Wild Mushroom Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. Featuring tender turkey thighs and earthy wild mushrooms simmered in a rich, creamy sauce, this dish offers a warm embrace in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with crusty bread. Let your slow cooker do the work while delicious aromas fill your home, making dinnertime a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless turkey thighs, diced
- 8 oz wild mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or porcini), sliced
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey by dicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Transfer sautéed onions and garlic to the slow cooker. Add turkey, wild mushrooms, chicken broth, cream cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- If desired, whisk cornstarch with water and stir into the stew during the last few minutes of cooking until thickened.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, brown the turkey in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to swap turkey for chicken or beef. Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.