Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
A cozy, easy-to-make chicken stew that simmers in your slow cooker, perfect for weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken (breasts or thighs) For easy shredding
- 3 medium Carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks Celery, chopped
- 2 medium Potatoes, diced
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Low sodium preferred
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Or fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme Or fresh if you have it
- 1 leaf Bay Leaf For extra flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the carrots, celery, potatoes, and onions into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the chopped vegetables to the slow cooker.
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs on top of the vegetables.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme over the chicken.
- Add the bay leaf and pour chicken broth over the mixture.
- Set the slow cooker on low for 7-8 hours or high for about 4 hours.
Cooking
- About half an hour before the end of the cooking time, check the stew.
- If desired, mix a slurry with cornstarch and water to thicken.
- Shred the chicken with two forks right in the pot or leave it chunky.
Notes
To enhance flavor, use richer chicken broth. For a creamier stew, stir in a bit of heavy cream or Greek yogurt at the end. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to four days.