Slow Cooker Chicken Stew


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This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is one of those easy you can throw together with minimal effort. It’s the kind of dinner that simmers all day and fills your kitchen with that cozy, home-cooked smell—perfect for busy nights.

close up of crockpot chicken stew on a spoon.

Recipe Highlights

  • A complete refreshing change from beef stew
  • My version tastes like a meal grandma would make, and we love making it for Sunday dinners!
  • Full of fresh vegetables and made from scratch
  • A true one-pot meal
ingredients for slow cooker chicken stew on a table.

Key Ingredients

Here’s what gives this hearty stew its comforting flavor and texture:

  • Classic soup veggies like carrots, potatoes, and celery make this stew filling and familiar
  • Fresh herbs infuse the broth with rustic flavors
  • Boneless chicken cooks until tender and is easy cube or shred
  • A simple broth base ties everything together with rich, savory depth
  • Cornstarch helps thicken the stew slightly for a spoonable, satisfying finish.

How to Make Crockpot Chicken Stew

  1. Layer the ingredients into your slow cooker, starting with the veggies and herbs.
  2. Add the chicken and broth to bring everything together.
  3. Let it simmer low and slow. Finish by thickening the stew slightly and serve it warm.
overhead shot of slow cooker chicken stew.

Sarah’s Tips & Variations

  • You can opt to shred the chicken instead of chopping it for a different texture.
  • If you’re short on time, rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken works great—just stir it in toward the end of cooking.
  • For extra flavor and texture, stir in peas, mushrooms, corn, or even a splash of cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
serving of slow cooker chicken stew in a bowl.

Best Ways to Serve

Here is how to serve this hearty stew:

  • Top your bowl with shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, a dollop of sour cream, and a handful of croutons or crushed crackers for extra richness and crunch.
  • It also pairs well with a green salad such as a house salad or Caesar salad.
  • Don’t forget the bread. Have some homemade biscuits or rolls for dipping and soaking up the remaining broth. This stew is also great with our slow cooker cornbread!
overhead shot of slow cooker chicken stew in a bowl.
overhead shot of slow cooker chicken stew.

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Recipe

5 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 7 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Crockpot Chicken Stew is a hearty, comforting meal filled with tender chicken, vegetables, and herbs in a rich, flavorful broth.
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Ingredients 
 

  • 1.5 lbs. chicken breast
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme, (or 1 tsp. dried)
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary, (or 1/2 tsp. dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions 

  • Add the chopped onion, celery, carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, fresh thyme and fresh rosemary to the slow cooker.
  • Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Season generously with salt and pepper, add the minced garlic.
  • Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is well submerged.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Allow it to cool slightly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • Discard the bay leaves, thyme sprigs, and rosemary sprig from the slow cooker.
  • Return the chopped chicken to the slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker.
  • Continue cooking the stew on high for another 30 minutes, or until the stew has thickened to your liking.
  • Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Sarah’s Notes

This stew freezes well. Let it cool completely, then portion into airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1143mg | Potassium: 1442mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10410IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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12 Comments

  1. MARY says:

    LOVE CHICKEN SOUP HOMEMADE IN THE CROCKPOT……….SESND /SHARE WITH ME SOME FORE MY CHICKEN SOUP FOLDER…..

  2. Rose says:

    Iโ€™ve always had trouble cooking chicken in the slow cooker. Would you recommend cooking this recipe on high or low. It looks so good and I look forward to trying your version. Thank you in advance for your help.

  3. Audrey Graham says:

    Can this be done in the oven?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I have not tested in the oven, I apooglize.

  4. Jean says:

    5 stars
    Your recipes are always good, but this one looks really good. Thank you for sharing it.

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Thank you Jean!

  5. William says:

    Can I use frozen Veggies in this chicken stew

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, frozen vegetables will work fine!

      1. Peggy TangerFord Royce says:

        5 stars
        Can can I use rotisserie chicken

      2. Peggy TangerFord Royce says:

        Can I use rotisserie chicken

  6. CORLEEN Lenard says:

    Can I double the recipe?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, doubling will work great.