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Jamie Oliver Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Jamie Oliver Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
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This is a slow-cooked stew made with chicken, vegetables, herbs, and stock, cooked gently over several hours. The low heat allows flavors to blend gradually, creating a hearty dish that focuses on comfort, balance, and ease rather than complex techniques.

Ingredients

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    • 800 g chicken thighs or drumsticks

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 large onion, chopped

    • 2 carrots, thickly sliced

    • 2 celery sticks, sliced

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 2 tablespoons plain flour

    • 500 ml chicken stock

    • 1 tablespoon tomato purée

    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

    • 1 bay leaf

    • Salt, to taste

    • Black pepper, to taste

    • Fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)

Instructions


  • Step 1: Brown the chicken

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper, then brown it on both sides until golden. This step adds depth and improves the final flavor of the stew.

    Step 2: Prepare the vegetables

    Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the slow cooker. Spread them evenly so they form a base for the chicken to sit on.

    Step 3: Add the chicken

    Place the browned chicken pieces on top of the vegetables. This helps the meat stay moist while slowly absorbing flavor from the stew.

    Step 4: Build the sauce

    Sprinkle the flour over the chicken, then add the tomato purée, thyme, bay leaf, and chicken stock. Stir gently so the flour dissolves into the liquid.

    Step 5: Slow cook

    Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours. The stew is ready when the chicken is very tender and the gravy has thickened.

    Step 6: Finish and serve

    Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with fresh parsley just before serving for a fresh finish.

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