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Crockpot Chicken Basil Stew

Easy Crockpot Chicken Basil Stew That Warms Your Soul Every Time

Discover the comforting Crockpot Chicken Basil Stew, effortlessly made with tender chicken, fragrant basil, and hearty vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Base
  • 2 pounds Boneless chicken thighs keep tender and juicy
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves add at the end
  • 3 medium Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 1 large Yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
Broth and Seasoning
  • 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 2 medium Potatoes cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes for heat
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop carrots, celery, and yellow onion into uniform pieces and mince garlic cloves.
  2. Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour.
Cooking
  1. Add chicken, chopped vegetables, diced tomatoes, and low-sodium broth into the crockpot. Sprinkle dried thyme evenly.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  3. Remove chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Return tender meat to the crockpot.
  4. Stir in fresh basil leaves just before serving.
  5. Ladle into warm bowls, top with optional parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or over rice. Stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.

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