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Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Stew Recipe

This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Stew is a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a luscious creamy broth, it's the perfect cozy meal for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese cubed
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water optional, for thickening

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the Crock Pot.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion on top of the chicken.
  • Pour in chicken broth and add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken using two forks inside the Crock Pot.
  • Add frozen peas, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Stir to combine.
  • If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then stir into the stew.
  • Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes until everything is heated through and thickened to your liking.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Notes

  • Use Yukon gold potatoes for a buttery texture that holds up well during slow cooking.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavor.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for the cream cheese for a lighter option.
  • Double the batch and freeze leftovers in individual portions.
  • For extra flavor, sauté onions and celery before adding them to the Crock Pot.