This Crockpot chicken stew for two, like many other dishes I prepare, came from the need to use some leftovers. I had some leftover chicken drumsticks that were too good to let go to waste. And I always have vegetables in the fridge.

Small Crock Pot

I purchased a small slow cooker a few years ago for some appetizers I was bringing to a party. Since I was making a dinner for two, I decided to pull it out and use it for this recipe.

Ingredients

Here is what you’ll need for this chicken stew:

• Cooked chicken (leftover, rotisserie, or canned)
• Potato
• Carrots
• Celery
• Chicken broth
• Corn starch (optional)
• Seasoned salt (or your favorite seasonings and salt)

Feel free to use any other vegetables you have. Here are other ones that are good:

• Onions
• Green beans
• Corn
• Lima beans

Directions

Since this is made with leftovers, I’ll show you my recipe. You can substitute any meat for whatever meat you have on hand. And don’t be afraid to use any vegetables.

Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces. Or if you prefer shredded chicken, you can do that.

After that, I sprayed a small 1-1/2 quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. I used to use a popular brand, but I’ve switched to avocado oil. Next, I put the chicken in the Crockpot.

Following that, I cut up some vegetables and added them to the slow cooker.

Next, I poured some chicken broth into a shaker and then added some cornstarch in order to thicken it.

Shake the broth and cornstarch before pouring it into the slow cooker. Or you can use a bowl and a whisk to mix it.

Afterward, add your seasoning. I use seasoning salt and an organic seasoning blend from Costco.

Now that you have all the nutritional items and seasonings in the slow cooker, decide whether or not you want it more solid or have a liquid base.

If you want to eat it with a fork, add some rice. Although I added rice, I think I would have liked it just as much with a runnier broth.

Delicious Crockpot Chicken Stew for Two

I like to make a couple of meals out of as many things as possible because I hate wastefulness. After all, throwing food away is like tossing money into the trashcan. For that reason, it’s good to find creative ways to use leftovers.

This was a delicious meal, but if I had it to do over again, I’d leave out the rice. After all, the cornstarch thickened it enough.

More Delicious Recipes for Two

When there are only two of you eating dinner, you most likely don’t want to make a large quantity of food. That’s why I have some recipes when I want to eat well and not have a ton of leftovers.

If you appreciate a one-pan meal like I do, you’ll love this sheet pan sausage and vegetables dinner. Another one I like is this teriyaki chicken and broccoli.

If you want something light and refreshing, you’ll enjoy this Mediterranean salad. And when you’re looking to satisfy a hearty appetite, this homemade bean soup will do the trick. You’ll also enjoy these deliciously southern shrimp and grits!

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