Best 7 Slow Cooked Chicken Stew With Kale Recipes

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Slow-cooked chicken stew with kale is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The chicken is cooked slowly in a flavorful broth, which infuses it with tons of rich flavors. The kale adds a pop of color and a slightly bitter flavor that complements the chicken perfectly. Serve this stew over rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKED CHICKEN STEW WITH KALE



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We found a way to get every iota of value from the chicken bones. They are cooked with the meat until it's tender, then we keep them going with the greens for even more flavor.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Stew     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Winter     Fall     Kale     Lemon     Bacon     Garlic     White Wine     Wine

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Chicken Skin Gremolata:
8 pieces chicken thigh skin (reserved from stew; see below)
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
2 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Lemon Oil:
1 small lemon, preferably organic and unwaxed, very thinly sliced into rounds, rounds cut into quarters
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of sugar
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
Stew and assembly:
4 lb. skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 8), patted dry
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
6 oz. bacon (about 6 slices), chopped
4 large shallots, quartered lengthwise
2 heads of garlic, halved crosswise
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 bunch parsley, stems tied together with kitchen twine
2 bay leaves
8 cups torn curly kale leaves
Thinly sliced radishes and/or thinly sliced red onion (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Chicken Skin Gremolata:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange chicken skin in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until dark golden brown and crisp all the way through, 12-18 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
  • Combine chicken skin, garlic, parsley, and lemon zest in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  • Lemon Oil:
  • Combine lemon, olive oil, and sugar in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and let sit at least 10 minutes, mixing once or twice.
  • Stew and assembly:
  • Season chicken thighs all over with salt and pepper. Cook bacon in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-low heat, stirring often, until brown and crisp, 7-10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a small bowl.
  • Increase heat to medium-high. Working in 2 batches if needed, cook chicken thighs, skin side down, in the same pot until skin is golden brown, 7-10 minutes. Transfer to a large plate and turn skin side up. Remove pot from heat. Let chicken cool slightly, then pull skin from meat and transfer to a shallow bowl; cover and chill (save for making the gremolata).
  • Return pot to medium heat and cook shallots and garlic, cut side down, in the same pot, tossing shallots occasionally, until shallots are browned in spots and garlic is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add wine, stirring to release any bits stuck on the bottom of pot, and cook until reduced by two-thirds, about 2 minutes. Add parsley, bay leaves, reserved bacon, and 8 cups water, season generously with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Return chicken thighs to pot and bring stew back up to a simmer. Cover with a lid, leaving slightly askew so steam can escape, and cook, adjusting heat to maintain a very gentle simmer and skimming foam from surface as needed, until meat is tender and easily pulls away from bones, 1-1 1/2 hours.
  • Transfer thighs to a cutting board and let cool 10-15 minutes; keep liquid at a simmer. Pull meat from bones and tear into bite-size pieces. Add bones back to pot as you go. Transfer meat to a medium bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Add kale and simmer until kale is tender and liquid is very flavorful, 25-30 minutes.
  • Remove stew from heat, add meat back to pot, and let cool uncovered (bones and all) until no longer steaming. Cover pot and chill stew at least 12 hours (you can skip this step, but it will dramatically improve the flavor).
  • Uncover stew and spoon off half to three-quarters of fat on the surface; discard. Gently reheat stew until barely simmering. Pluck out and discard bones, parsley, and bay leaves. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Ladle stew into bowls and top as desired.
  • Do Ahead
  • Lemon oil can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using. Stew can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.

CHICKEN AND KALE STEW (CROCK POT, PALEO)



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Make and share this Chicken and Kale Stew (Crock Pot, Paleo) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by heatherhopecs

Categories     Chicken

Time 4h20m

Yield 5-6 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb skinless boneless, pasture-raised chicken breast
1 yellow onion, diced
3 carrots, peeled and cubed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons gluten-free yellow mustard
3 bay leaves
1 bunch kale, stems removed and broken into pieces
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the chicken and cut into bite-size pieces. Place into the pot of a slow cooker.
  • On top of the chicken add the diced onion, cubed carrots, cubed sweet potato, garlic, chicken broth, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and bay leaves. Stir to mix everything together. Turn the slow cooker on.
  • high heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the carrots and sweet potato are tender.
  • Add the kale and stir to combine; cook for 1 hour more. Taste the stew and season with sea salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaves, and serve.
  • If you don't like your chicken chunky, you can add the chicken breasts whole and shred the chicken at the end of cooking by using a fork or the back of a spoon.

SLOW COOKED CHICKEN STEW



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Slow cookers are so great for those times when you want a fuss-free dinner. You can literally throw everything in it and leave it all day so you have a lovely wholesome meal waiting for you at dinner time. We left this stew in the slow cooker for 8 hours on a low heat but if you want it ready bit sooner than that, you can turn the heat up to medium and it should be ready in about 4 hours.

Provided by MyNutriCounter

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 7h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (32 fluid ounce) container vegetable broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 sweet potatoes, diced
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
5 mushrooms, chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons curry powder
5 green onions, chopped
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion and garlic have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker; add onion, garlic, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, sweet potatoes, quinoa, green onions, mushrooms, curry powder, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf and mix well. Cook on Low until chicken is tender, 7 to 8 hours.
  • Discard bay leaf. Remove chicken; shred using 2 forks and place back into the stew, mixing well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 355.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CHICKEN AND KALE STEW RECIPE BY TASTY



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Want a cozy chicken stew that tastes like it's been braising all day, but takes just an hour to prepare? You've come to the right recipe. Comforting chicken and potatoes are bolstered with fresh herbs and kale for a dish that's warming and hearty, but not heavy.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 fresh bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 large sprig fresh sage
1 lb chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2 in (3 cm) pieces
3 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 white onion, thinly sliced
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2 (1 1/4 cm) in rounds
3 large cloves garlic, smashed
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional, plus more for serving
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc
6 cups low sodium chicken stock
2 ½ cups small red potato, quartered
1 bunch lacinato kale, stemmed and torn into 2 in (5 cm) pieces
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the bouquet garni: Stack the bay leaves, rosemary, thyme, and sage on top of one another. Tie a 3-inch (7 cm) length of butcher's twine around the center of herbs and secure with a knot. Set aside.
  • Season the chicken all over with about 1 teaspoon salt.
  • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and cook for 1-2 minutes on one side, until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil if the pot looks dry. Melt the butter until just bubbling. Add the onion and carrots and season with ½ teaspoon salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and carrot is beginning to soften. Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes, if using. Add the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are well-coated and the flour is lightly toasted, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Deglaze the pan with the wine, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the chicken stock, bouquet garni, 2-3 teaspoons of salt, and the potatoes. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  • Return the chicken to the pot, along with the kale. Season the stew with more salt to taste and the black pepper. Cook until the chicken is warmed through and the kale is just wilted and tender, and the chicken is cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Ladle the stew into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and more red pepper flakes. Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1045 calories, Carbohydrate 84 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 14 grams

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN STEW



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A savory autumn stew with apple, red potatoes, onion and seasoning. This is a very easy tasty chicken dish I concocted when I was trying to think of a dish like pot roast yet using chicken rather than beef. My husband hates mushrooms, so I tried condensed celery soup, and it works great. This dish is light yet very zesty and full of flavor. You can substitute using chicken thighs, but it will increase calories and fat. I think using biscuit gravy mix rather than onion gravy mix would work (the flavor would go well with chicken), adding richness, although I haven't tried it that way yet, but again, it would add more fat and calories to this dish. Serve with a side of rice or over noodles.

Provided by SUSAN KIM

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into bite-size pieces
½ teaspoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon Italian-style seasoning
1 apple - peeled, cored and cut into eighths
3 small red potatoes, cut into eighths
1 onion, cut into eighths
1 (1.25 ounce) envelope dry onion gravy mix

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute garlic and chicken until lightly browned.
  • Place chicken and garlic in slow cooker; add water, soup, pepper, salt, seasoning, apple, potatoes, onion and gravy mix. Mix all together.
  • Set heat on Low setting and simmer slowly for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 122.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 923.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CITRUSY TOM YUM CHICKEN STEW WITH YAMS & KALE (SLOW COOKER)



Citrusy Tom Yum Chicken Stew With Yams & Kale (Slow Cooker) image

I love tom yum soup- it is probably my favorite soup of all time. There's no way I'd skip ordering it when going to a Thai a restaurant, and I always have a jar of tom yum paste on hand to make my own. While the tom yum paste makes great soups and even stir-frys, I was craving something more substantial so I came up with this. The addition of yams and kale really doesn't taste as strange as it sounds, honest. If you can't find lemongrass or kaffir lime leaves, use the zest from the orange & lime. No Thai chili peppers? Jalapenos make a decent, milder substitute.

Provided by rpgaymer

Categories     Stew

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lime, juice of
1 orange, juice of
2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 onion, roughly chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded & roughly chopped
5 Thai chiles, stems removed
1 inch ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons tom yum paste
6 chicken breasts, bone-in & skin removed
1 lemongrass, peeled and pounded with a meat mallet until well-bruised
4 kaffir lime leaves
1/2 cup water
1 lb yam, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 lb kale, chopped & stems removed
3 tablespoons Thai basil or 3 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the lime juice, orange juice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, chili peppers, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce and tom yum paste in a food processor. Pulse once or twice so the mixture resembles a chunky salsa.
  • Add this sauce to the slow cooker along with the chicken, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and water. You may need to break the lemongrass in half for it to fit in the pot- that's fine. Mix lightly, and cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
  • After 3 hours, add the yams, nestling them underneath the chicken. Cook for a further 1 1/2 hours.
  • Finally, add the kale, basil and cilantro. Increase heat to high and cook for a further 30 minutes, or until the yams and kale are cooked through.
  • Stir; remove & discard lemongrass & lime leaves. Serve with or without rice/noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 810.6, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 7.6, Protein 35.3

SLOW-COOKER SAUSAGE AND KALE STEW



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A cozy one-pot meal, our slow-cooked stew is made with Italian sausage, kale and mashed potatoes. It's a hearty meal for a chilly winter evening.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Entree

Time 4h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb bulk Italian sausage, broken into small pieces
1 lb baby red potatoes (about 6)
1 white or yellow onion, chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water or vegetable broth
1 bunch kale, stems removed, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup milk (plus more as needed)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Additional salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In 4-quart or larger slow cooker, mix sausage, potatoes, onion, tomatoes with liquid, tomato paste, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add water. Top mixture with chopped kale.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours.
  • If needed, season with additional salt and pepper. Transfer potatoes to medium bowl. To potatoes, add milk and butter; mash until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste, and more milk if needed.
  • Serve stew with mashed potatoes on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, brown the chicken pieces in a pan before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • If you don't have kale, you can substitute spinach or Swiss chard.
  • Add vegetables that take longer to cook, such as carrots and potatoes, to the slow cooker first.
  • Season the stew to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs.
  • Serve the stew over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooked chicken stew with kale is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The stew is packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and flavorful broth. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Serve the stew over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles, and enjoy!

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