Slow Cooker Chicken Stew with Vegetables

Ingredients:2 lbs (1 kg) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks4 medium potatoes, diced3 large carrots, sliced into thick rounds1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)3 cups chicken broth2 tbsp olive oil or butter2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening)1 tsp dried thyme1 tsp dried rosemary1 bay leafSalt and black pepper, to tasteFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)Instructions:Prepare the chicken:Heat a skillet with olive oil or butter. Lightly brown the chicken pieces on each side for extra flavor (optional but recommended).Layer in the slow cooker:Add the browned chicken, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker.Add seasonings:Sprinkle in the thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and add the bay leaf.Pour in broth:Add the chicken broth, making sure the ingredients are just covered.Cook:On LOW for 6–8 hoursOr on HIGH for 3–4 hoursThicken the stew:About 30 minutes before serving, mix the flour with a little broth to make a slurry. Stir it into the stew to thicken. Add the peas at this time as well.Serve:Remove the bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm with crusty bread.👉 This hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is rich, comforting, and perfect for a cozy family dinner!