Description

This Best Crockpot Chicken Pot recipe delivers a creamy, comforting chicken and vegetable stew made effortlessly in the slow cooker. Tender chicken breasts or thighs simmer with baby potatoes, carrots, celery, and peas in a savory herb-infused broth, finished with a rich cream sauce thickened to perfection. Perfect for busy days, this wholesome one-pot meal provides satisfying flavors with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

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Protein and Vegetables

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
3 cups baby potatoes, halved
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 cup celery, sliced
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Liquids

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream

Thickener and Garnish

2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (cornstarch slurry)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Place the chicken, halved baby potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced celery, diced onion, and minced garlic into the crockpot. Sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and paprika to season the ingredients.
Add Broth and Cook: Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over all the ingredients in the crockpot. Cover with the lid and cook on the Low setting for 6 to 7 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
Shred Chicken and Add Finishing Ingredients: About 30 minutes before serving time, carefully remove the chicken pieces from the crockpot. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Next, stir in the frozen peas, heavy cream, and cornstarch slurry to the mixture.
Thicken the Sauce: Cover the crockpot again and continue cooking for an additional 20 to 30 minutes. This allows the sauce to thicken and the peas to warm through, blending all flavors together.
Final Seasoning and Garnish: Taste the creamy chicken pot and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. Before serving, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

For a pot pie-style twist, serve with warm biscuits or top with puff pastry.
You can substitute green beans for peas or use a frozen vegetable mix based on preference.
To lighten the dish, replace heavy cream with half-and-half.