Chicken Ragu (Slow Cooker) Recipe

Name: Chicken Ragu (Slow Cooker)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 chicken thighs, skin on; 6 chicken drumsticks, skin on; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 1 medium celery rib, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage; salt; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 chicken thighs, skin on
6 chicken drumsticks, skin on
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium celery rib, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
salt
fresh ground pepper

1
In a large skillet, heat the oil over med-high heat; brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
2
Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
3
Decrease skillet heat to medium and add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
4
Add the wine and bring it to a simmer.
5
Scrape the mixture into the slow cooker.
6
Stir in the tomato puree, tomato paste, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste.
7
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours or on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken pulls away from the bone.
8
Remove the chicken and let cool slightly.
9
Discard the skin and bones and cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
10
Return the chicken to the sauce.
11
Just before serving, reheat the sauce if necessary.
12
Serve over hot cooked pasta.

691

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 chicken thighs, skin on, 6 chicken drumsticks, skin on, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Ragu (Slow Cooker) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Ragu (Slow Cooker)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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