Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
A hearty and comforting slow cooker chicken stew loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup celery, sliced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker.
Add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, potatoes, and celery to the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients in the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
Add dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas and cover again to heat through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.