Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe: 5 Amazing Comfort Classic
A hearty slow cooker chicken stew filled with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich savory broth.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
3 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or 1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Add potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion to the slow cooker.
- Season chicken and place on top of vegetables.
- Add garlic, thyme, bay leaf, broth, and water.
- Add oil or butter and cover.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Shred chicken and return to the pot.
- Stir in thickener and cook 20–30 minutes more.
- Add peas, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking. Adjust thickness with broth or thickener as needed.