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Ultimate Easy Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

A close-up of creamy slow cooker chicken stew with shredded chicken, carrots, and potatoes, topped with herbs.
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This slow cooker chicken stew offers soul-satisfying comfort with minimal effort. Tender chicken and vegetables simmer in a rich, savory broth, making it the perfect set-it-and-forget-it family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or evaporated milk (optional, for creaminess)

Instructions

  1. Place the cut chicken, onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes into the slow cooker.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
  3. Add the thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  5. Remove the bay leaf from the stew.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  7. Stir the flour slurry into the stew in the slow cooker.
  8. If using, stir in the Greek yogurt or evaporated milk until combined.
  9. Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the stew has thickened slightly.
  10. Stir in the frozen peas during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  11. Serve hot. This recipe is a great alternative to using meal planning services for weeknight dinners.

Notes

  • For the creamiest texture, stir in the yogurt or milk only after the stew has finished cooking and the heat source is off. Do not boil the dairy.
  • If you prefer a thicker stew without dairy, use 1/3 cup of cornstarch mixed with cold water instead of flour for the slurry.
  • This stew freezes well for future easy meals, similar to what you get from best meal delivery services.

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