Slow cooker garlic parmesan chicken stew is a hearty and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, aromatic garlic, savory Parmesan cheese, and an array of vegetables in a rich and flavorful broth. This dish is perfect for chilly evenings when you crave something warm and satisfying, and its preparation in the slow cooker makes it incredibly easy and convenient.
To start, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. These seasoned chicken pieces are then seared in a skillet until golden brown on the outside, locking in their juices and enhancing their flavor.
Next, the seared chicken is transferred to the slow cooker along with an assortment of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes, which add depth and texture to the stew. Minced garlic is added to infuse the dish with its aromatic essence, filling the kitchen with its irresistible fragrance as it cooks.
To create the rich and creamy base of the stew, chicken broth and heavy cream are poured over the chicken and vegetables, enveloping them in a luscious bath of liquid goodness. Parmesan cheese is added to the mix, lending its nutty and salty flavor to the stew while also thickening the broth and adding a touch of indulgence.
As the stew simmers away in the slow cooker, the flavors meld together, and the chicken becomes fork-tender, soaking up the savory broth and infusing it with its delicious juices.
With its hearty ingredients, robust flavors, and creamy texture, slow cooker garlic parmesan chicken stew is a soul-warming meal that is sure to become a family favorite. Whether enjoyed on its own or served with crusty bread or fluffy rice, this comforting dish is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.
This Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Stew is bound to be your new favorite winter comfort food! It’s hearty, creamy, cheesy and loaded with vegetables! The crockpot makes it an easy weeknight meal.
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb Little Potatoes (quartered)
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1″ pieces
- 1 rib celery chopped
- ½ medium onion finely chopped
- 3 large carrots thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
Add potatoes, chicken, celery, onion, carrots, garlic, salt, parsley, thyme, pepper, and broth to a 4-6 quart slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender (this could take up to 6 hours depending on the temperature of your slow cooker — cutting them smaller will speed up cooking time).
Set slow cooker to high. Stir together cream and corn starch and stir into slow cooker, along with Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook another 30-60 minutes or until thickened slightly.
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping (the best way!).
NOTES:
*I have cooked this stew on the stove top and it works just as well! If you’re in a hurry, simmer everything except cream, corn starch and Parmesan in a large pot until potatoes are tender. Combine cream and corn starch and stir into the pot with the Parmesan, continue cooking until thickened.