Description
A creamy chicken stew without the cream, this hearty slow cooker chicken stew recipe is perfect for a cold day. It’s rich in flavor and packed with tender chicken and vegetables, making it a comforting meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ 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
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup frozen green peas
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken:
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). No need to cook the chicken through; just get it nice and golden. - Mix Flour & Spices:
In a small bowl, mix the flour, thyme, rosemary, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the browned chicken and stir to coat evenly. - Slow Cooker Setup:
Transfer the coated chicken to your slow cooker. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, sliced carrots, and cubed potatoes. Pour in the chicken broth and toss in the bay leaf. - Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. - Finishing Touches:
About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, remove the bay leaf and stir in the ½ cup of milk and 1 cup of frozen peas. Continue cooking until the peas are heated through, about 20-30 minutes. - Serve & Enjoy!
Ladle into bowls and enjoy this hearty, comforting chicken stew with some crusty bread on the side!
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred, but thighs are recommended for tenderness and flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg