Best 3 Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken And Potato Stew Recipes

Indulge in a heartwarming and creamy delight with our slow-cooker creamy chicken and potato stew recipe. This classic comfort food combines tender chicken, soft potatoes, and a rich, flavorful sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a satisfying and comforting meal that the whole family will love. Our recipe also includes variations for those seeking a vegetarian or dairy-free alternative, ensuring everyone can enjoy this culinary masterpiece. Additionally, we provide a delectable slow-cooker chicken pot pie recipe, offering a delightful twist on the classic dish. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN AND POTATO STEW

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Cream of chicken soup is the simmering liquid for this slow-cooker chicken-and-potato stew. To get it super creamy, we added cream cheese near the end!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 6h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lb. chicken breast (chopped)
2 potatoes (chopped)
4 oz. of chives (chopped)
1 small onion (diced)
3 cans of cream of chicken soup
1 16 oz. tub PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
8 oz. baby carrots (chopped)

Steps:

ADD the chopped potatoes to the bottom of your slow cooker. Add chopped carrot, chopped chicken, diced onions and chopped onion. Add the 3 cans of cream of chicken soup on top.
COOK on low setting for 5 hours.
REMOVE lid, stir then add your PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese. Let cook another hour on low then stir again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CREAMY BRATWURST STEW

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A rich sauce coats this hearty combination of potatoes, carrots and bratwurst chunks. I adapted a baked stew recipe that appeared in a newspaper. This is so comforting on cold winter evenings. -Susan Holmes, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 7h50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-3/4 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 pounds uncooked bratwurst links
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

Place first 5 ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker; toss to combine. Top with bratwurst. Mix broth and seasonings; pour over top., Cook, covered, on low 6-7 hours, until sausage is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Remove sausages from slow cooker; cut into 1-in. slices. Return sausages to potato mixture; stir in cream., Mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cook, covered, on high until thickened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Fat 39g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SLOW-COOKER CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN STEW

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Ever wish dinner was ready when you got home? Now it can be! Mmm--homemade chicken stew.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 7h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups baby-cut carrots
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup sliced celery
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1 cup snap pea pods
1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

Steps:

Place carrots, potatoes, onion and celery in 3 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker.
Sprinkle half of the thyme, the salt and pepper over vegetables in slow cooker. Place chicken on vegetables. Pour broth over top.
Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (180°F) and vegetables are tender. Add pea pods; cook 5 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Remove chicken and vegetables from slow cooker to serving bowl, using slotted spoon. Cover with aluminum foil; keep warm. Increase cooker to high heat setting. Mix whipping cream, flour and remaining thyme; stir into liquid in cooker. Cover and cook about 10 minutes or until thickened. Pour over chicken and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg

Tips:

For a creamier stew, use heavy cream instead of milk.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this stew in a Dutch oven over medium heat for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
Add a cup of frozen peas or corn to the stew for extra vegetables.
Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or rice.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker creamy chicken and potato stew is a simple and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The stew is creamy, flavorful, and filling, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family.