Name: Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 800 g (1.75 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces, seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil; 200 g (7 oz) onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 150 g (5.3 oz) carrots, sliced; 120 g (4.2 oz) celery, diced; 300 g (10.5 oz) potatoes, cubed; 400 g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes, no added sugar; 500 ml (2 cups) low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 tbsp (15 ml) gluten-free soy sauce; 1 tsp (5 ml) vegetarian Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.75 tsp salt; 2 tbsp (30 g) cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp (30 ml) cold water; 0.25 cup (60 ml) heavy cream or coconut cream; 2 tbsp (30 g) fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp (5 ml) pomegranate molasses

Description

This slow cooker chicken stew is a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for a chilly evening. It features tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth, all cooked to perfection with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

800 g (1.75 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces, seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
0.5 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
200 g (7 oz) onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
150 g (5.3 oz) carrots, sliced
120 g (4.2 oz) celery, diced
300 g (10.5 oz) potatoes, cubed
400 g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes, no added sugar
500 ml (2 cups) low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tbsp (15 ml) gluten-free soy sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
0.5 tsp black pepper
0.75 tsp salt
2 tbsp (30 g) cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp (30 ml) cold water
0.25 cup (60 ml) heavy cream or coconut cream
2 tbsp (30 g) fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp (5 ml) pomegranate molasses

Instructions

Season Chicken: Combine chicken with paprika and cumin.
Brown Chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil until browned.
Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
Combine in Slow Cooker: Add chicken, vegetables, potatoes, tomatoes, broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, pepper, and salt to the slow cooker.
Slow Cook: Cook on Low for 6-7 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
Thicken Stew: Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook on High for 20-25 minutes.
Finish & Season: Stir in cream and adjust seasoning. Remove bay leaf.
Rest & Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes, drizzle with molasses, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.

Notes

Browning the chicken is key for developing flavor. Using low-sodium broth allows you to control the saltiness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 300 minutes
Category: Stew
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

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