Crockpot, chicken stew, winter comfort food, and Parmesan cheese

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew:Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew 

– Hearty, Creamy, and Perfect for Winter Comfort!

This Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew is the perfect winter comfort food! It’s creamy, cheesy, and filled with hearty vegetables, making it a great weeknight meal. With the magic of the crockpot, you can prepare a deliciously rich stew with minimal effort. This easy chicken stew will quickly become your go-to cozy recipe!

Ingredients:

• 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)
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1½ cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• ⅔ cup heavy cream
• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
• 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
• ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, parsley, Italian seasoning, and black pepper to your 4-6 quart slow cooker.
2. Whisk together chicken broth and cornstarch and pour into the slow cooker with the heavy cream.
3. Add the chicken breasts and press down slightly into the liquid.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove the chicken breasts, chop or shred them, and stir back into the stew with the peas (if using) and Parmesan cheese.
6. Serve immediately with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Tips for this Creamy Chicken Stew:

• Chicken: Swap boneless, skinless chicken thighs for chicken breasts or use pre-cooked chicken for convenience.
• Vegetables: Customize your stew by adding or omitting vegetables like green beans, spinach, or kale.
• Seasoning: Add extra herbs and spices that complement the Parmesan flavor for a unique twist.
• Cream: Heavy cream gives the stew its thick, creamy texture, but you can substitute with evaporated milk for a lighter option.
• Parmesan: Add more Parmesan cheese to enhance the flavor, or sprinkle it over each serving for a personal touch!

Looking for more cozy crockpot meals? Check out these other delicious crockpot stew recipes:

• Crockpot Potato Soup
• Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
• Spinach Tortellini Soup

If you’re in the mood for more chicken stew options, try my Crockpot Chicken Stew recipe!c

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