Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

Ingredients:

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  • 1.5 lbs (about 4-6) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1 cup frozen corn (optional)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop all the vegetables and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Layer in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes in the slow cooker.
  3. Add Seasonings: Sprinkle in the thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the bay leaf.
  4. Pour in the Broth: Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  6. Thicken (Optional): If you prefer a thicker stew, about 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cornstarch and water mixture. Allow it to cook until the stew thickens.
  7. Add Frozen Vegetables (Optional): In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas and corn if desired.
  8. Serve: Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot with bread or over rice if desired.

Enjoy.

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