This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a hearty, one-pot meal full of tender chicken, vegetables, and savory herbs simmered to comforting perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
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4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
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3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp dried rosemary
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1 tsp paprika
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2 bay leaves
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Optional: 2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water (for thickening)
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Instructions
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Add potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion to the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Layer chicken on top and sprinkle with garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and paprika.
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Add tomato paste and pour in the chicken broth to just cover the ingredients.
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Add bay leaves, cover, and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
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For a thicker stew, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes and cook uncovered.
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Remove bay leaves, taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot with fresh parsley.