Description
Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew brings comfort and warmth to weeknight dinners with minimal prep and maximum flavor. Home cooks can savor tender chicken, rich vegetables, and aromatic herbs in one simple, satisfying meal that delights your family and saves precious evening time.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 pound potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Layer boneless chicken breasts at the base of the slow cooker, creating an even foundation for the meal.
- Scatter chopped carrots, diced potatoes, sliced onions, and minced garlic across the chicken, ensuring even distribution.
- Whisk chicken broth, soy sauce, dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a separate mixing container to create a flavor-packed liquid seasoning.
- Gently pour the seasoned liquid over the chicken and vegetables, allowing the ingredients to become thoroughly coated.
- Drizzle olive oil across the top to enhance moisture and promote rich, golden coloration during cooking.
- Secure the crockpot lid and set the temperature to low, allowing the dish to simmer and develop deep flavors for 6-7 hours.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F and vegetables become fork-tender, indicating complete cooking.
- Transfer the completed one-pot meal to serving dishes, ensuring each portion includes tender chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for extra moisture and richer flavor, preventing dry meat during slow cooking.
- Add dried herbs at the beginning and fresh herbs right before serving to maintain vibrant, bright taste profiles.
- Consider using low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake, especially for those monitoring dietary restrictions.
- For gluten-free diets, replace traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, ensuring the same delicious umami depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg