Description
A comforting and hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew featuring tender chicken thighs, simmered with potatoes, carrots, onions, and peas in a flavorful broth thickened to perfection. This easy, hands-off recipe is perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Seasonings and Broth
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Thickening Agent
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Add Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs evenly in the base of the slow cooker to prepare for layering the rest of the ingredients.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and paprika evenly over the chicken thighs to infuse flavor.
- Add Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and frozen peas on top of the chicken. This builds layers of hearty goodness.
- Pour in Chicken Broth: Gently pour the chicken broth over the ingredients ensuring everything is submerged, which keeps the chicken moist and melds flavors.
- Cook on Slow Cooker: Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- Prepare Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a smooth slurry that will thicken the stew.
- Thicken Stew: About 30 minutes before serving, stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker to help thicken the broth and enhance the stew’s texture.
- Finish Cooking: Cover and continue cooking on high heat for an additional 30 minutes until the broth has thickened to your liking.
- Serve: Ladle the hot chicken stew into bowls and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts if preferred, but thighs provide more flavor and moisture.
- For thicker stew, add the slurry earlier or increase cornstarch slightly.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or green beans depending on your preference.
- This stew keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.
