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Cooker Chicken Stew with Preserved Lemon Recipe

Cooker Chicken Stew with Preserved Lemon Recipe
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This Autumn-Inspired Slow Cooker Chicken Stew with Preserved Lemon is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cool weather. Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked with earthy spices, preserved lemon, and seasonal vegetables create a fragrant, hearty stew that’s both nourishing and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on preferred)

Vegetables

  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup vegetables (e.g., potatoes or parsnips) (optional, chopped)

Flavorings and Seasonings

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 piece preserved lemon (rinsed and diced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Liquids

  • 2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Sear the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin is golden brown and crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the seared chicken thighs to the slow cooker.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion and sliced carrots to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the carrots start to soften, approximately 5 minutes. Make sure to scrape any browned bits from the skillet to capture flavor.
  3. Add spices and garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and ground cumin into the sautéed vegetables. Cook for an additional minute until the mixture becomes fragrant.
  4. Combine ingredients in slow cooker: Pour the sautéed vegetable mixture over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Add the chicken broth, diced preserved lemon, and any optional additional vegetables such as chopped potatoes or parsnips.
  5. Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 6 hours. The chicken should become tender and fall off the bone, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully into a rich, fragrant broth.
  6. Final seasoning and serving: After cooking, taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the chicken thighs, shred the meat if desired or serve whole. Ladle the broth and vegetables into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

  • Using skin-on chicken thighs adds extra flavor and richness to the stew but can be removed after cooking for a leaner dish.
  • Preserved lemon provides a unique, tangy aroma that brightens the stew; rinse well to reduce excess saltiness.
  • Optional root vegetables like potatoes or parsnips add heartiness and complement autumn flavors.
  • For a thicker stew, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce the liquid slightly.
  • This stew can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Serve with crusty bread or over cooked grains like rice or couscous for a complete meal.

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Keywords: slow cooker chicken stew, preserved lemon chicken, autumn chicken recipe, Mediterranean chicken stew, slow cooked chicken thighs

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