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Cook Time:45 minsAdditional Time:3 hrs 15 minsTotal Time:4 hrsServings:8Yield:8 servings, about 1 1/3 cups eachJump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Time:45 minsAdditional Time:3 hrs 15 minsTotal Time:4 hrsServings:8Yield:8 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each
Cook Time:45 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:3 hrs 15 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs
Servings:8
Servings:
8
Yield:8 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each
Yield:
8 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each
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Jump to recipeNutrition NotesAre chicken thighs healthy?Chicken thighshave more fat than chicken breasts, but this gives them an advantage—they stay juicy and tender through the cooking process. Chicken thighs are a source of complete, high-quality protein and other vitamins and minerals, including selenium, zinc and vitamin B12. They certainly can be a part of a healthy, varied diet.Are peas good for you?Green peasare part of the legume family. They’re also one of the vegetables with the highest amount of protein and contribute a hefty amount of fiber—1 cup of green peas will give you about 25% of your day’s worth of fiber and 8 grams of protein. That 1-cup serving also provides close to 100% of your day’s worth of vitamin C and about 10% of your iron, vitamin B6, magnesium and potassium.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Can I substitute the beer?Yes, you can, but you will miss out on the bitter highlights from the stout. Simply swap the stout for a richly flavored meat or mushroom stock or broth, and use the same measurements called for in the recipe.Can I prep this ahead?Absolutely. For best results, we suggest doing as much prep work as possible the day before: Cook the chicken and chop the bacon. Prep the onion and garlic. Defrost the peas. Then, refrigerate each ingredient in separate airtight containers until you’re ready to assemble the stew in the slow cooker.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat should I serve with Slow-Cooker Stout & Chicken Stew?We like to serve stews like this with good sourdough bread, popovers, rolls or biscuits.Potatoesor wild rice would also go well. A simple salad would be refreshing.
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Nutrition NotesAre chicken thighs healthy?Chicken thighshave more fat than chicken breasts, but this gives them an advantage—they stay juicy and tender through the cooking process. Chicken thighs are a source of complete, high-quality protein and other vitamins and minerals, including selenium, zinc and vitamin B12. They certainly can be a part of a healthy, varied diet.Are peas good for you?Green peasare part of the legume family. They’re also one of the vegetables with the highest amount of protein and contribute a hefty amount of fiber—1 cup of green peas will give you about 25% of your day’s worth of fiber and 8 grams of protein. That 1-cup serving also provides close to 100% of your day’s worth of vitamin C and about 10% of your iron, vitamin B6, magnesium and potassium.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Can I substitute the beer?Yes, you can, but you will miss out on the bitter highlights from the stout. Simply swap the stout for a richly flavored meat or mushroom stock or broth, and use the same measurements called for in the recipe.Can I prep this ahead?Absolutely. For best results, we suggest doing as much prep work as possible the day before: Cook the chicken and chop the bacon. Prep the onion and garlic. Defrost the peas. Then, refrigerate each ingredient in separate airtight containers until you’re ready to assemble the stew in the slow cooker.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat should I serve with Slow-Cooker Stout & Chicken Stew?We like to serve stews like this with good sourdough bread, popovers, rolls or biscuits.Potatoesor wild rice would also go well. A simple salad would be refreshing.
Nutrition Notes
Are chicken thighs healthy?
Chicken thighshave more fat than chicken breasts, but this gives them an advantage—they stay juicy and tender through the cooking process. Chicken thighs are a source of complete, high-quality protein and other vitamins and minerals, including selenium, zinc and vitamin B12. They certainly can be a part of a healthy, varied diet.
Are peas good for you?
Green peasare part of the legume family. They’re also one of the vegetables with the highest amount of protein and contribute a hefty amount of fiber—1 cup of green peas will give you about 25% of your day’s worth of fiber and 8 grams of protein. That 1-cup serving also provides close to 100% of your day’s worth of vitamin C and about 10% of your iron, vitamin B6, magnesium and potassium.
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Can I substitute the beer?
Yes, you can, but you will miss out on the bitter highlights from the stout. Simply swap the stout for a richly flavored meat or mushroom stock or broth, and use the same measurements called for in the recipe.
Can I prep this ahead?
Absolutely. For best results, we suggest doing as much prep work as possible the day before: Cook the chicken and chop the bacon. Prep the onion and garlic. Defrost the peas. Then, refrigerate each ingredient in separate airtight containers until you’re ready to assemble the stew in the slow cooker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I serve with Slow-Cooker Stout & Chicken Stew?
We like to serve stews like this with good sourdough bread, popovers, rolls or biscuits.Potatoesor wild rice would also go well. A simple salad would be refreshing.
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Ingredients
6 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1teaspoonsalt, divided, plus more to taste
½teaspoonfreshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
2 ½poundsboneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
4teaspoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 pieces bacon, chopped
1 2/3 cups Guinness beer or other stout (14-ounce can)
1 (8 ounce) package cremini or button mushrooms, halved if large
2cupschopped onion
4clovesgarlic, minced
1 ½teaspoonsdried thyme
1cupreduced-sodium chicken broth
DirectionsCombine 6 tablespoons flour with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken thighs in the mixture to coat completely; transfer to a plate.Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken and cook until well browned, 2 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Reduce heat to medium and repeat with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and chicken thighs. Arrange the chicken in an even layer in the slow cooker.Add bacon to the pan and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup flour over the bacon and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more. Add stout and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Add carrots, mushrooms, onion, garlic and thyme, spreading in an even layer over the chicken. Pour broth over the top.Cover and cook until the chicken is falling apart and tender, 4 hours on High or 7 to 8 hours on Low.Stir in peas, cover and cook until the peas are heated through, 5 to 10 minutes more. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.Equipment5- to 6-quart slow cookerOriginally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2012
Directions
Combine 6 tablespoons flour with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken thighs in the mixture to coat completely; transfer to a plate.Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken and cook until well browned, 2 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Reduce heat to medium and repeat with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and chicken thighs. Arrange the chicken in an even layer in the slow cooker.Add bacon to the pan and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup flour over the bacon and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more. Add stout and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Add carrots, mushrooms, onion, garlic and thyme, spreading in an even layer over the chicken. Pour broth over the top.Cover and cook until the chicken is falling apart and tender, 4 hours on High or 7 to 8 hours on Low.Stir in peas, cover and cook until the peas are heated through, 5 to 10 minutes more. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.Equipment5- to 6-quart slow cooker
Combine 6 tablespoons flour with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken thighs in the mixture to coat completely; transfer to a plate.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken and cook until well browned, 2 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Reduce heat to medium and repeat with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and chicken thighs. Arrange the chicken in an even layer in the slow cooker.
Add bacon to the pan and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup flour over the bacon and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more. Add stout and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Add carrots, mushrooms, onion, garlic and thyme, spreading in an even layer over the chicken. Pour broth over the top.
Cover and cook until the chicken is falling apart and tender, 4 hours on High or 7 to 8 hours on Low.
Stir in peas, cover and cook until the peas are heated through, 5 to 10 minutes more. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
Equipment
5- to 6-quart slow cooker
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2012
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)366Calories13gFat28gCarbs30gProtein
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Carrie Myers, M.S.
andLinda Frahm
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