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Slow-Cooked Chicken Stew

This hearty chicken stew is prepared by layering seasoned chicken thighs, root vegetables, and herbs into a crockpot, then slow-cooked until tender and flavorful. The final dish boasts a rich, cozy texture with melt-in-your-mouth chicken and soft vegetables, all enveloped in a fragrant, savory broth that fills the house with comforting aroma.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces bone-in, skinless chicken thighs preferably
  • 3 large carrots cut into thick slices
  • 2 medium potatoes Yukon Gold preferred, cubed
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth or stock
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by chopping the carrots, potatoes, and onion into hearty, even pieces, setting them aside for easy layering.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, then give them a quick sear in a hot skillet until golden brown on both sides to enhance flavor and color.
  3. Place the seared chicken thighs at the bottom of your crockpot, then layer the chopped carrots, potatoes, and diced onions on top.
  4. Add the sprigs of fresh thyme and bay leaves over the vegetables for aromatic flavor infusion.
  5. Pour the chicken broth over everything, making sure it nearly covers the ingredients to keep them moist during slow cooking.
  6. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and falling apart, and the vegetables are soft and infused with herbs.
  7. Once cooked, carefully remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs, then taste the broth and adjust salt and pepper as needed for seasoning.
  8. Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy that comforting aroma and satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth texture.