Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew
A nutrient-dense, slow-cooked stew with tender chicken and sweet potatoes for sustained energy and reduced inflammation. This american-inspired slow cooker (anti-inflammatory) ready in about 410 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, medium, finely diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 3/4-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 3 medium, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick carrots
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups, low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Place chicken in slow cooker, top with onion, garlic, carrots, and sweet potatoes; pour in chicken broth.
- Step 3: Sprinkle thyme, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper over the top; stir gently to combine.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours until chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and vegetables are soft.
- Step 5: Remove chicken from pot, shred meat with two forks, and return to pot; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to thicken sauce slightly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 410 minutes (20 min prep + 390 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, finely diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew?
American slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
