Slow-Cooker Chicken Vegetable Stew (Printer View)

Hearty chicken and vegetable medley slow-cooked to tender perfection with savory herbs and broth.

# What you'll need:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
05 - 1 large onion, diced
06 - 2 cups green beans, trimmed and halved
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

→ Seasonings

10 - 1 ½ tsp salt
11 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1 bay leaf
15 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

→ Thickener (optional)

16 - 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water

# Method:

01 - Add chicken thighs, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, green beans, and garlic to the slow cooker.
02 - Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juice.
03 - Sprinkle salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and add the bay leaf. Stir to integrate evenly.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until chicken and vegetables are tender.
05 - If desired, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking to thicken.
06 - Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning to taste.
07 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare & hands-off cooking
  • Loaded with nourishing vegetables & gluten-free
02 -
  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts in slow cooking.
  • Always check labels to confirm broth and tomatoes are gluten-free.
03 -
  • Sautéing onion and garlic briefly before adding boosts flavor.
  • Add fresh parsley only at the end to preserve its color and taste.
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