Chicken Sweet Potato Stew Recipe
A hearty and comforting Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew packed with tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and aromatic herbs, slow-cooked to perfection for a rich and flavorful meal. This stew is perfect for cozy dinners and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Stew
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken Stew:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (optional, for more depth)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (optional, for richness)
Garnish:
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Cut the chicken into chunks, peel and cube the sweet potatoes, slice the carrots, dice the celery, chop the onion, and mince the garlic cloves to have all ingredients ready for cooking.
- Add to slow cooker: Place the chicken, sweet potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker bowl. Pour in the chicken broth and the diced tomatoes if you choose to use them for extra flavor.
- Season the stew: Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything gently to combine all the flavors and ingredients thoroughly.
- Slow cook the stew: Cover the slow cooker and cook the stew on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours. Cook until the chicken is tender and the sweet potatoes have softened completely.
- Add richness: Before serving, stir in the olive oil or melted butter to enhance the flavor and add a smooth texture to the stew.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a fresh touch and serve the stew warm. It pairs beautifully with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Using chicken thighs yields more tender and flavorful meat compared to breasts.
- The canned diced tomatoes are optional but add nice depth and acidity to the stew.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper at the end to your taste.
- If you do not have a slow cooker, this stew can be made on the stovetop by simmering gently for about 1 hour.
- For a dairy-free option, skip the butter and use olive oil only.
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