Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

This old-fashioned Slow Cooker Chicken Stew recipe “but valid for all times and places” is pure comfort food goodness!
Tender Chicken , potatoes and carrots are nestled into a rich is such a comforting and cozy dinner and that will reward your patience with every bite.

It’s a easy recipe that my entire family requests often.I hope you try this recipe! It’s so good.

You know those days when everything feels a little off and the laundry is still in the washer from yesterday and the kids are hangry and the weather cannot decide if it is fall or winter and that was exactly me last Thursday.

And then this stew came to the rescue because it was a total save-the-day kind of meal.I threw everything into the slow cooker while still half awake and I honestly was not expecting much because I thought how exciting can stew really be but after about four hours,

The smell that filled the house was incredible and it felt warm and cozy and it was the kind of smell that makes you think someone cleaned the house and lit a candle.My youngest even said that it smells like grandma’s kitchen and that was enough to bring a proud tear to my eye.

It turned out hearty and wholesome and the best part was that it needed zero fuss because all I had to do was chop and dump and then forget about it until dinner although I did give it one stir just to be safe
Have you ever had a meal that made you feel like you had your life together even if it was only for the length of dinner because that is exactly what this recipe does.

So let’s get into it and do not worry if you go back for seconds because no one will judge you and you might even go back for thirds.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• Slow cooker “crockpot”
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Small mixing bowl “for flour thickener if needed”

Tips for

Use chicken thighs for juicier meat : they stay tender even after hours of cooking.

Don’t skip browning “optional” : browning the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker adds extra flavor.

Cut veggies evenly : this helps them cook at the same pace.

For creaminess : stir in a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half at the end.

Add herbs at the end : fresh parsley, rosemary, or thyme give the stew a fresh pop of flavor right before serving.

What to Eat withSlow Cooker Chicken Stew ??

I love serving this hearty chicken stew with a slice of crusty garlic bread the crunchy edges are perfect for dipping into the rich broth

When my husband joins me, he always asks for a side salad to go with it. He says the fresh greens add a nice balance to the warmth of the stew .

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Ingredients :

• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs “cut into chunks”
• 4 medium potatoes “peeled and diced”
• 3 large carrots “sliced”
• 2 celery stalks “chopped”
• 1 onion “diced”
• 3 cloves garlic “minced”
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas “added near the end”
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons all purpose flour optional, “for thickening”
• Fresh parsley for garnish

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Stew :

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables : peel and dice the potatoes, slice the carrots, chop the celery, onion, and garlic. Place them into the slow cooker and add the chicken : cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it on top of the vegetables.

Step 2

Season everything : sprinkle in the salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika and mix the broth : in a small bowl, whisk the tomato paste with chicken broth until smooth. Pour it over the chicken and veggies in the slow cooker.

Step 3

Cook. Cover with the lid and cook on low for 3 hours until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Thicken “optional” : if you want a thicker stew, mix flour with 3 tablespoons of water to make a slurry, then stir it into the stew 30 minutes before serving.

Step 5

Finish. Add peas in the last 20 minutes of cooking, then stir well and garnish with parsley before serving.

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