There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of a slow-cooked meal wafting through your home. This Cozy Country Chicken & Vegetables recipe makes enough for six hungry folks and features tender chicken, earthy carrots and potatoes, plus a hint of fresh herbs. It’s the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly evening or to feed a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs (skin removed, if desired)
- 1 pound baby carrots (or chopped carrots)
- 3 large potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by placing the carrots and potatoes in the bottom of your slow cooker, creating a cozy little bed for the rest of your ingredients. Next, arrange the chicken thighs on top of the veggies. Sprinkle the onion and garlic all around to ensure each bite is infused with flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until the mixture looks smooth and well-combined. Pour this over the chicken and vegetables, making sure everything gets a good coating of those herbs and seasonings.
Cover your slow cooker, set it to low, and let the dish simmer away for about 6 to 7 hours (or 3 to 4 hours on high). You’ll know it’s ready once the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and the vegetables are cooked through to perfection.
Sprinkle with a little fresh thyme or parsley just before serving for that extra splash of color and flavor. Ladle your savory chicken and vegetables onto plates and enjoy the comforting satisfaction that only a hearty slow cooker meal can deliver.
This recipe stands out for its simplicity and universal appeal—perfect for families, small gatherings, or anyone seeking a cozy, stress-free dinner. It’s also an excellent choice if you’re monitoring sodium levels (just adapt the salt to your needs), and it can be tweaked with sweet potatoes or parsnips instead of regular potatoes for a fun twist. Whichever way you go, you’ll find this dish to be a delicious, dependable staple for your slow cooker repertoire.
Nathaniel Lee is an avid cook, drawing on his decades of home cooking and fine dining experience. He is a contributing chef at Mashed, and his recipes and contributions have been featured in Tasting Table, Edible Arrangements, Insanely Good Recipes, and The Daily Meal.
