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Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Stew for Cozy Family Meals

This Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Stew is a comforting, gluten-free dish filled with tender chicken and vibrant flavors, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 lbs Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion for best flavor.
  • 2 medium Carrot Parsnips can be used as an alternative.
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Shiitake or button mushrooms recommended.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Gochujang Use authentic Korean gochujang paste.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Gluten-free soy sauce for dietary needs.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be a lighter substitute.
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Vegetable stock can make this vegetarian-friendly.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Spring Onions Chives can be a nice alternative.
For Thickening
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can also be used.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop onion, carrot, and mushrooms into bite-sized pieces, and rinse chicken thighs.
  2. Combine in the Slow Cooker: Place chicken thighs, onion, carrot, mushrooms, and minced garlic in the slow cooker, add gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and chicken stock, stir to combine.
  3. Cook the Stew: Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Thicken the Stew: Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water, add to stew in the last hour of high cooking or last two hours of low cooking to thicken.
  5. Season to Taste: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the stew into bowls, sprinkle with spring onions, and serve hot with sides.
  7. Enjoy Leftovers: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container, refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This stew is a beloved staple in Korean cuisine and is perfect for cozy meals with family or guests.

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