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A bowl of chicken stew with visible vegetables and herbs, placed on a cast iron surface.

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

A hearty and comforting chicken stew perfect for slow cooking, packed with vegetables and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth
Vegetables
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 3 carrots carrots, sliced
  • 1 onion onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Herbs & Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Frozen Peas
  • 2 cups frozen peas
Oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  2. Place seared chicken in slow cooker, add vegetables, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour chicken broth over ingredients, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in frozen peas.
  5. Shred chicken, mix well, and serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker stew, mash some potatoes before serving.