Comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Description

A hearty and comforting slow cooker chicken stew made with tender chicken thighs, carrots, potatoes, celery, and peas. Slow-cooked with aromatic herbs and a savory broth, this easy recipe delivers a wholesome meal perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy evenings.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cubed (boneless, skinless)
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • Optional Additions: (1 tbsp tomato paste (for richer flavor), 1 tbsp olive oil (if searing chicken beforehand), Fresh parsley for garnish)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Wash, peel, and chop the vegetables. Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes.
  2. 2
    Add chicken, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  3. 3
    Season with thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and add the bay leaf.
  4. 4
    Pour in the chicken broth. In a small bowl, mix flour with a few tablespoons of broth until smooth, then stir into the slow cooker.
  5. 5

    Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender and vegetables are cooked through.

  6. 6
    Stir in frozen peas 20 minutes before serving.
  7. 7
    Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning if needed, and garnish with parsley.
  8. 8
    Serve hot with bread, rice, or salad.
Keywords: slow cooker chicken stew, chicken stew crockpot, crockpot chicken recipe, hearty chicken stew, chicken and vegetable stew
Read it online: https://recipesvogue.com/recipe/comforting-slow-cooker-chicken-stew-recipe/