Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Chicken Stew

Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Chicken Stew
380 min.
5
543kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your kitchen! Our Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Chicken Stew is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome, dairy-free option that everyone will love. Imagine tender, juicy chicken thighs infused with aromatic herbs and spices, simmered to perfection alongside sun-ripened tomatoes and artichoke hearts. This dish is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or any gathering.

What sets this stew apart is its effortless preparation. With just a few simple steps, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. The rich, savory aroma that fills your home as it cooks is simply irresistible! Plus, it’s a complete meal when served over fluffy couscous, which absorbs all the delicious juices from the stew, creating a satisfying and hearty dish.

Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this Mediterranean Chicken Stew is sure to impress your family and friends. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of textures and flavors that transport you to sun-soaked shores. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to indulge in a comforting, nutritious meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • teaspoon garlic salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoons oregano dried
  • 29 ounces tomatoes diced with garlic and onion, undrained canned
  • 14 ounces artichoke hearts drained quartered canned
  • 10 ounces couscous ()
  • ounces olives pitted ripe drained canned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt, pepper and oregano. Cook chicken in oil 8 minutes, turning once, until brown on both sides; drain.
  3. Place chicken, tomatoes and artichokes in 4- to 4 1/2-quart
  4. slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  6. Cook couscous as directed on package. Stir olives into stew. To serve, spoon stew over couscous.

Nutrition Facts

Calories543kcal
Protein33.24%
Fat25.34%
Carbs41.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.4
Glycemic Load
26.72
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.509999834973%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:542.98kcal
27.15%
Fat:15.08g
23.19%
Saturated Fat:2.94g
18.4%
Carbohydrates:55.46g
18.49%
Net Carbohydrates:48.27g
17.55%
Sugar:4.74g
5.27%
Cholesterol:172.37mg
57.46%
Sodium:1691.39mg
73.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.51g
89.01%
Vitamin B3:13.4mg
67.01%
Selenium:41.52µg
59.31%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.57%
Phosphorus:469.62mg
46.96%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.59%
Vitamin B5:3.09mg
30.93%
Fiber:7.19g
28.76%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.21%
Potassium:873.56mg
24.96%
Zinc:3.5mg
23.31%
Iron:4.13mg
22.97%
Magnesium:90.85mg
22.71%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.56%
Vitamin E:3.04mg
20.23%
Copper:0.4mg
20.13%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.35%
Vitamin C:15.31mg
18.56%
Vitamin K:18.95µg
18.05%
Calcium:112.11mg
11.21%
Folate:34.69µg
8.67%
Vitamin A:383.78IU
7.68%