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A rustic white bowl filled with hearty chicken stew garnished with fresh herbs, surrounded by chunks of tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich broth, all atop a wooden table with a cozy kitchen background, vibrant colors, steaming hot and textured for inviting warmth.

Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew for Cozy Nights

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A hearty, slow-cooked chicken stew loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs, diced
  • 4 carrots, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Set your slow cooker to high and heat the olive oil.
  2. Add diced chicken and brown for 5 minutes, then transfer to slow cooker.
  3. In the same pan, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until tender, then add to slow cooker.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and flavors meld.
  6. Optionally, thicken the stew with a cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Notes

  • Feel free to add potatoes for extra heartiness.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for bolder flavor.
  • This stew pairs wonderfully with crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg