Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 pound (2 medium breasts)
• Onion, chopped: 1/2 cup
• Carrots, peeled and chopped: 1 cup
• Celery, chopped: 1 cup
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Chicken broth: 4 cups
• Mixed vegetables (such as peas, corn, and green beans): 1 (15-ounce) can
• Flour: 1/4 cup
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pie crust dough: 1 (15-inch) sheet

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 4-6 hours on low

Difficulty Level: 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, brown the chicken breasts over medium heat.
2. Transfer the chicken to a slow cooker.
3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chicken broth, and mixed vegetables to the slow cooker.
4. Stir together the flour, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk into the chicken broth mixture.
5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. Remove the pie crust dough from the refrigerator and roll it out to a 12-inch circle.
7. Place the pie crust dough over the slow cooker and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
8. Cut a few slits in the top of the pie crust.
9. Return to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes, or until the pie crust is golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams per serving
• Fat: 10 grams per serving
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and flavorful stew
• Tender chicken and vegetables
• Rich and creamy broth
• Golden brown pie crust

User Comments:

• "This stew was absolutely delicious and so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again!"
• "The perfect meal for a cold winter day. The pie crust addition made it extra special."
• "The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were so tender. I loved the creamy broth."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overcook the chicken or it will become dry.
• If you want a thicker broth, add additional flour.
• You can use any type of vegetables you like in this stew.
• If you don't have a pie crust, you can serve the stew with biscuits or rice.