Best 5 Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Stew Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of our slow-cooker creamy chicken stew, a culinary symphony of tender chicken, succulent vegetables, and a velvety sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish is a testament to the culinary prowess of our expert chefs, who have carefully crafted a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

The journey begins with plump, juicy chicken breasts, carefully seared to perfection, locking in their natural flavors. Nestled within a medley of vibrant vegetables, including crisp carrots, tender celery, and aromatic onions, the chicken simmers in a rich and creamy sauce, infusing every bite with a symphony of flavors.

A symphony of herbs and spices, carefully selected to complement the chicken and vegetables, adds depth and complexity to the stew. The delicate touch of garlic and thyme harmonizes with the robust flavors of paprika and cumin, creating a tapestry of flavors that will transport you to a culinary paradise.

But it's the creamy sauce that truly elevates this dish to greatness. A velvety blend of heavy cream and chicken broth, enriched with the natural juices of the chicken and vegetables, envelops every ingredient in a warm and comforting embrace. The result is a stew that is both rich and satisfying, yet light enough to leave you feeling invigorated.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, our slow-cooker creamy chicken stew is the perfect recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let the magic happen. The aroma that fills your kitchen as the stew simmers will have your mouth watering in anticipation.

So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more. Our slow-cooker creamy chicken stew awaits your discovery, promising a symphony of flavors that will delight your senses and warm your soul.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW-COOKER CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN STEW (COOKING FOR 2)



Slow-Cooker Creamy Herbed Chicken Stew (Cooking for 2) image

Make a bold beginning. With just a little bit of morning prep, you can come home to a delicious chicken dinner for two.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup baby-cut carrots
1 Yukon Gold potato, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup sliced celery
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
3/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1/2 cup snap pea pods
1/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place carrots, potato, onion and celery in 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-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 6 to 7 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 390, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1150 mg

SLOW COOKER CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN STEW



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Creamy Herbed Chicken Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chowders

Time 8h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups baby carrots
4 medium yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium stalk celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
2 cups fresh sugar snap peas
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a 5-6 quart slow cooker, place the carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon thyme, the salt and pepper.
  • Top with chicken; pour in the broth.
  • Cover; cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, adding the pea pods for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
  • Remove the chicken and vegetables from the cooker to serving bowl, using slotted spoon; cover to keep warm.
  • Increase heat setting to HIGH; in a small bowl, mix whipping cream, flour, and 1 teaspoon thyme; stir into liquid in cooker.
  • Cover and cook about 10 minutes or until thickened (don't let mixture boil).
  • Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables.

KICKIN' CREAMY CHICKEN STEW IN A SLOW COOKER



Kickin' Creamy Chicken Stew in a Slow Cooker image

For this recipe I use frozen chicken tenders or chicken breasts (yes, frozen) in my slow cooker. This is a good recipe to substitute beans, veggies, etc. and make it the way you want. This will make 10 "healthy" servings (thats 1/2 a chicken breast) so judge your servings on your families appitite.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Stew

Time 4h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 frozen skinless chicken breasts or 20 frozen chicken tenders
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa verde
1 (18 ounce) can black beans
1 cup frozen sweet corn
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (3 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese

Steps:

  • Place frozen chicken breasts or tenders in bottom of slow cooker.
  • Add remaining ingredients except cream cheese.
  • Cook on high for 4-5 hours (less if chicken isn't frozen).
  • At this point I remove about 1/2 the liquid because I like my sauce thick, like a stew.
  • You can leave all the liquid if you want a soup.
  • Add cream cheese, cook on warm setting for 30 minutes, then stir.
  • This can be served over rice or wrapped in flour tortillas.
  • One healthy serving is 1/2 a breast or 2 large chicken tenders.

SLOW COOKER CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN STEW RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Slow Cooker Creamy Herbed Chicken Stew Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups baby-cut carrots
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound chicken thighs, boneless skinless
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (32-ounce carton)
1 cup snap pea pods
1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream
1/4 cup 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. Chop the onions and slice the celery the night before; refrigerate in plastic wrap or covered plastic containers. Wait until morning to cut potatoes to prevent their turning brown.

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

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 thicker stew, add more flour or cornstarch to the slurry.
  • To make the stew more flavorful, brown the chicken and vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • If you are using frozen chicken, thaw it before adding it to the slow cooker.
  • If you are using a slow cooker that has a "keep warm" setting, switch it to that setting after the stew has finished cooking to keep it warm until you are ready to serve it.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker creamy chicken stew is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this stew a try.

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