Crockpot Tuscan Chicken StewThe flavors in this stew are so yummy and comforting, you'll completely forget that it's loaded with protein and produce! It's not often that you'll see a Strong Mommas recipe with potatoes, but potatoes are actually full of vitamins and minerals. However, because of the potatoes in here, this meal is best made on a hard workout day. (Click here to read why.)
This stew tastes great reheated the next day for lunch! |
Ingredients |
6-8 boneless chicken thighs, fat removed and cut into 1-2 inch pieces
3 carrots, peeled and sliced 3 stalks of celery, diced 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves of garlic, minced 5 red potatoes, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 can diced tomatoes 1 3/4 cup chicken stock 1 Tbsp tomato paste 2 Tbsp white wine 1 tsp fennel seeds, crushed 1/2 teaspoon salt a sprig of fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried rosemary 1/4 cup water 2 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar |
Instructions |
Mix all the ingredients except the water, cornstarch and balsamic vinegar, in a large crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours. Just before serving, mix the cornstarch with the water until no lumps remain. Add this cornstarch mixture into the crockpot along with the balsamic vinegar. Stir and cook for another 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
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