Description
Hearty slow cooker chicken stew brings comfort from first spoonful to last, blending tender chicken, robust vegetables, and rich herbs into a soul-warming meal. Perfectly seasoned and effortlessly prepared, you’ll savor each delicious bite of this classic winter favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
Vegetables:
- 1 onion
- 3 carrots
- 2 large potatoes
- 1 cup frozen green peas
Herbs, Spices, and Liquids:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 bay leaf
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into uniform cubes, generously seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Heat olive oil in skillet at medium-high temperature, quickly searing chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes until exterior develops rich golden-brown coloration.
- Transfer seared chicken chunks into slow cooker, dusting thoroughly with flour, thyme, rosemary, and additional salt to create a delicate coating.
- Layer aromatic vegetables including minced garlic, diced onions, chopped carrots, and cubed potatoes over seasoned chicken, ensuring even distribution.
- Pour chicken broth into slow cooker, introducing bay leaf for subtle herbal undertones and depth of flavor.
- Secure lid and allow stew to simmer on low setting for 7-8 hours or high setting for 3-4 hours, enabling ingredients to meld and tenderize.
- During final cooking phase, incorporate frozen peas and milk, elevating stew’s creaminess and introducing bright color contrast.
- Adjust liquid consistency by adding extra broth for thinner texture or whisking in additional flour for more robust thickness.
- Conduct final seasoning assessment, incorporating salt and pepper to personal preference.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, storing remaining portions in sealed container within refrigerator for maximum 5 days or freezing up to 3 months.
Notes
- Sear chicken carefully to develop a rich, golden-brown exterior that adds deep flavor complexity to the stew.
- Customize the thickness by adjusting liquid content, using flour as a natural thickening agent for perfect consistency.
- Experiment with herb substitutions like oregano or parsley for varied aromatic profiles while maintaining the dish’s comforting essence.
- Make this stew diet-friendly by using gluten-free flour for coating and choosing low-sodium chicken broth to accommodate different nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7–8 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg