Description
A comforting and hearty chicken stew that’s perfect for busy days, packed with vegetables and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 carrots, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Sear the chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown to add flavor.
- Place the seared chicken, diced vegetables, cubed potatoes, minced garlic, and bay leaves into the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper over the ingredients and stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth. If using flour to thicken, whisk it with a bit of broth or water before adding it, or sprinkle it over and stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken and vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaves, taste, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables and use fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American