Edesia's Slow Cooker Poached Chicken and Vegetables

Name: Edesia's Slow Cooker Poached Chicken and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 48 ounces chicken broth; ½ cup tomato sauce; 4 chicken breasts, cut into large chunks; 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks; 2 stalks celery, cut into chunks; 4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced; 4 garlic cloves; ½ cup frozen pearl onions; 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1/2 tsp fresh); 1 cup couscous, uncooked

Servings: persons

1
Place chicken broth in slow cooker.
2
Add tomato sauce and whisk to combine.
3
Add chicken, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and garlic.
4
Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
5
Add onions and thyme and cook an additional 3 hours.
6
Put couscous into a small bowl.
7
Add 1 cup of cooking liquid from slow cooker.
8
Cover bowl tightly and let sit for 5 minutes.
9
Remove cover and fluff with a fork.
10
To serve, place couscous in a bowl.
11
Remove chicken and veggies with a slotted spoon and place on top of the couscous.
12
Spoon some of the broth over it if desired.

949

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

145

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 48 ounces chicken broth, ½ cup tomato sauce, 4 chicken breasts, cut into large chunks, 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Edesia's Slow Cooker Poached Chicken and Vegetables 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!