Slow Cooker Chicken Stew: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
A comforting slow cooker chicken stew that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights in.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: main course
- Method: slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups diced potatoes
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
- Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Add the chicken thighs, potatoes, carrots, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or beans for extra nutrition.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker Chicken Stew