Crockpot Chicken Stew

Crockpot Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food! It’s a delicious blend of tender chicken, aromatic herbs, loads of veggies, and a savory broth. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it work its magic!

• 1½ pounds chicken thighs (Note 1)
• 1½ cups chunked (½-inch) carrots (2-3 large)
• 2 cups finely diced yellow onion (1 large; 2 small)
• 1 cup finely diced celery 2-4 stalks
• 2 cups diced (½-inch) gold potatoes (3/4ths pound)
• 1 tablespoon each: minced garlic and Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon each: dried thyme, dried rubbed sage, smoked paprika, chicken bouillon powder
• ½ teaspoon each: dried oregano, fine sea salt, pepper
• 2½ cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves, optional

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ⅓ cups all-purpose, white flour
• ⅔ cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• Optional, for serving: crusty buttered bread, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley