Slow Cooker Chicken Stew 🍲🐔


Introduction
This Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food—hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and a rich, savory broth come together in a slow cooker for a meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This dish is low effort but high reward, making it a go-to dinner for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients:
For the Chicken & Seasoning:
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 🍗
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 🧂
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
For the Stew Base:
3 cups chicken broth 🍲
½ cup dry white wine (or extra broth for a non-alcoholic version)
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped 🥕
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 medium potatoes, diced 🥔
1 small onion, diced 🧅
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 bay leaf 🍃
1 cup frozen peas (added at the end for freshness!)
2 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half (optional, for a creamy finish)
Instructions:
1. Prep the Chicken: