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A bubbling crockpot chicken stew with vegetables and herbs

Classic Crockpot Chicken Stew

A hearty and comforting Classic Crockpot Chicken Stew, perfect for a cozy meal. This recipe features tender chicken, a medley of vegetables, and a savory broth, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Crockpot (slow cooker)

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1½ lb Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs ≈ 700 g
  • 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth ≈ 1 L
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed (1-inch)
  • 2 large Carrots, sliced on a diagonal
  • 1 large Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Frozen peas ≈ 150 g

Seasonings & Oil

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • ½ tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • ½ tsp Salt or to taste

Optional Garnishes & Thickener

  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour optional
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the crockpot.
  • Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, and minced garlic to the crockpot. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth. Stir in the dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. If desired, whisk in the all-purpose flour for a thicker stew.

Cooking

  • Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the frozen peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Serving

  • Remove the chicken thighs from the crockpot and shred the meat off the bones, discarding the skin and bones. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Stir well.
  • Serve the Classic Crockpot Chicken Stew hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can deglaze the skillet with a splash of white wine or extra chicken broth after searing the chicken and add it to the crockpot. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.