Delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

This slow cooker chicken stew is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for chilly nights. Loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and flavorful spices, this stew is easy to make and incredibly flavorful. The slow cooker does all the work while you go about your day. Serve it with some crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, frozen peas, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
2. Cover the slow cooker 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.
3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until thickened.
4. Slowly pour the flour mixture into the slow cooker, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 30 minutes, until the stew has thickened.
5. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
6. Serve the chicken stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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