Slow Cooker Chicken Stew (Printable version)

Tender chicken paired with vegetables, slow-cooked to a hearty and flavorful meal.

# What you need:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
05 - 1 large onion, diced
06 - 2 cups green beans, trimmed and halved
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

→ Seasonings

10 - 1 ½ teaspoons salt
11 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1 bay leaf
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

→ Thickener (optional)

16 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken thighs, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, green beans, and garlic into the slow cooker.
02 - Pour in chicken broth and undrained diced tomatoes. Add salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. Stir gently to mix.
03 - Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until chicken and vegetables are tender.
04 - If desired, stir cornstarch slurry into the stew during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking to thicken.
05 - Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning to taste, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy prep: just load ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work for you
  • Flexible: swap veggies to suit your taste or seasons
02 -
  • Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs keeps the stew juicy and tender
  • This recipe fits gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Always double-check broth and canned ingredients
03 -
  • Sauté onions and garlic before adding for more flavor
  • Let the stew sit for 10 minutes after cooking to help flavors mingle even further
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