Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours (LOW)
• Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 6–8 servings
• Category: Stew / Slow Cooker
• Cuisine: American
• Keywords: slow cooker chicken stew, white chicken stew, holiday stew, crockpot dinner, deesviral

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
• Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Add chicken, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
2. Pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours, until chicken is tender.
4. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
5. Stir in heavy cream or half-and-half.
6. If a thicker stew is desired, stir in the cornstarch slurry.
7. Cover and cook an additional 20–30 minutes until creamy and slightly thickened.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use chicken thighs for extra richness and tenderness.
• Add frozen peas during the last 20 minutes for color.
• Serve with crusty bread or dinner rolls for a complete meal.

Why This Recipe Works

Slow cooking allows the chicken to become incredibly tender while the potatoes naturally thicken the broth. Finishing with cream creates a smooth, comforting texture that feels special enough for the holidays yet easy enough for any night.