Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food that warms both heart and home. This easy-to-make stew combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion. Set it in the slow cooker and let the flavors meld together while you enjoy your day. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish promises to bring everyone together around the dinner table with smiles and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary (or ½ tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Transfer sautéed aromatics to the slow cooker. Add chicken breasts, carrots, celery, potatoes, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken shreds easily.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg