Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this delightful Slow Cooker Chicken Stew. This creamy chicken stew without the cream is a wholesome and hearty dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs into a comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you enjoy your day. Customize it with your favorite veggies for a personalized touch, and don’t forget to pair it with crusty bread or serve over rice for a complete feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to season
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 large potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes (1 pound)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup green peas, frozen
- Black pepper, to season
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Transfer chicken to the slow cooker; add flour, thyme, rosemary, garlic, onion, carrots, potatoes, broth, and bay leaf.
- Cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Stir in frozen peas and milk; cook on high for an additional 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg