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Close-up of a steaming bowl of chicken stew with vegetables on a rustic cast iron surface.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe for Comfort Dinner

A hearty and comforting chicken stew perfect for a cozy dinner, made effortlessly in the slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 unit onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Method
 

  1. Brown chicken thighs in olive oil, then place in slow cooker.
  2. Add vegetables and peas to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour in broth, add Worcestershire, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Stir.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Shred chicken, return to stew, stir, and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a splash of lemon before serving.