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Ultimate Slow Cooker Chicken Stew - Easy Comfort Food Recipe

This hearty slow cooker chicken stew features tender, fall-apart chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables in a savory broth that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this one-pot wonder requires minimal effort for maximum flavor with aromas that fill your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker. Arrange carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, and garlic around the chicken.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
  3. Add the bay leaf to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir this into the stew to thicken it. Cook for another 20-30 minutes until the stew has thickened to your desired consistency.
  6. Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, brown chicken thighs in a skillet before adding to slow cooker. This stew stores well in refrigerator for 4 days and freezes for 3 months. Flavors improve overnight, making it excellent for meal prep.