Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew Recipe
This Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew is a comforting and hearty one-pot meal featuring tender chicken breasts, red potatoes, and fresh vegetables slow-cooked with garlic, herbs, and creamy Parmesan cheese. Perfect for an easy dinner, this stew combines rich flavors and a creamy texture with minimal hands-on time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 lb red potatoes (cut into ½” pieces)
- 2 large carrots (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 rib celery (chopped)
- ½ medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Liquids & Thickener
- 1½ cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
Protein
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb)
Optional Additions & Cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables and Seasonings: Place the red potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped celery, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, dried parsley, Italian seasoning, and black pepper into a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker and stir gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Broth Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken or vegetable broth with the cornstarch until smooth, then pour this mixture into the slow cooker along with the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
- Add Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker, pressing them down slightly so they are submerged in the liquid and nestled among the vegetables.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is fully cooked. Cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker. To reduce cooking time, cut potatoes into smaller pieces before cooking.
- Shred Chicken and Add Finishing Touches: Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and chop or shred them finely. Return the chicken to the slow cooker, add the frozen peas and shredded Parmesan cheese, then stir everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Serve the stew immediately, ideally paired with crusty bread for dipping, which complements the creamy, flavorful broth.
Notes
- Cutting the potatoes smaller can reduce overall cooking time.
- Frozen peas are optional and can be substituted with other vegetables if desired.
- Use low sodium broth to control the saltiness of the stew.
- Shredding the chicken helps it absorb more flavor and creates a better texture in the stew.
- This stew freezes well; refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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