Slow Cooker Chicken Stew: Easy & Comforting Family Dinner
This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a hearty and comforting meal that the whole family will love. It’s easy to make, packed with vegetables, and the chicken becomes tender and flavorful after slow cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker.
- Add the chicken broth, mixed vegetables, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry and stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Shred the chicken before serving and mix it back into the stew.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding bay leaves or fresh herbs.
- This stew is very versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg