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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew - The Ultimate Comfort Food Dinner

This hearty slow cooker chicken stew features tender chicken, potatoes, carrots, and vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth that simmers all day for maximum comfort. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, it's an easy dump-and-go recipe that delivers nourishing results with minimal effort.
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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 or breasts
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 large carrots, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place chicken, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic in your slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the broth mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas.
  6. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the stew.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting meal!

Notes

For extra flavor, brown the chicken in a skillet before adding to the slow cooker. This stew freezes beautifully and the flavors improve overnight. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.