Description
This slow cooker chicken stew recipe combines succulent chicken thighs, carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion in a rich, creamy broth made with chicken stock and heavy cream. Cooked low and slow for 6‑8 hours, the stew develops deep flavor and tender meat that falls off the bone. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires minimal prep and delivers a comforting, hearty meal that can be stored for leftovers or frozen for future lunches. Serve with crusty bread or buttered noodles for heartiness more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups diced vegetables (carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- Add the diced vegetables, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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