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Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew for Cozy Nights

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A hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Chicken Stew that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights.

  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Chop the vegetables and mince the garlic.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker and add onions, carrots, potatoes, garlic, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
  4. Cover and set the slow cooker to cook.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, add frozen peas and, if desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the stew to thicken.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
  • This stew is perfect for meal prep and freezing.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg