Slow Cooker Asian Inspired Chicken Stew I Made It Ii

Slow Cooker Asian Inspired Chicken Stew

Cosmicmother 6 years ago
Made for ~Cooking for Keni month~ Feb 2018
Also a slow cooker meal for the Feb. recipe challenge!
Slow Cooker Asian Inspired Chicken Stew

I wasn't sure if I should rate it or not since I didn't use an integral part of the recipe, mushrooms! I'm not a fan of mushrooms (it's a texture thing). But the flavors looked so good I really had to try it. All I had in the crisper drawer were carrots and celery, so I used that instead. I did add the bell pepper called for but used a trio of colours.
I didn't see the need to cook the chicken breast pieces beforehand, so I just put them in the slow cooker and sautéed all the vegetables, chili flakes and garlic in sesame oil and threw it all in the slow cooker for 4 hours. Next time I'll only add the chicken pieces in the last two hours of cooking to avoid it being overcooked. (newer slow cookers run too hot, even on low!)
I didn't have cilantro so I topped it with green onions instead. The broth is so flavorful, it reminds me of those ramen noodles that are the original/oriental flavour. (Brought back memories of my College days, lol ;) I could see adding more broth and using udon or soba noodles for a chicken soup! But it was a great stew served over rice!
I'm sure the flavors would only be better with mushrooms, especially if you're a mushroom fan! But I loved it with the carrots and celery and will probably make it again that way but add some sliced ginger for an extra kick! :D
Thanks Keni <3
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LindaLMT 6 years ago said:

Beautiful Photo! I love those ramen noodle packets even though they are the unhealthiest thing on the planet. This recipe looks healthy and wonderful though!

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Cosmicmother 6 years ago said:

Thanks Linda!
Lol, I crave the ramen noodles when I'm sick, that's about the only time I will eat it. But this is a good substitute, and definitely healthier for you! ;)

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eastcoaster 6 years ago said:

Lovely photo Shona, i do but the ramen noodles, not for me but my husband likes them once in a while.Looks like a very tasty stew..

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mommyluvs2cook 6 years ago said:

Great photo Shona!! I don't think it's too big of a deal that you left out the mushrooms, and the addition of celery and carrots was a good idea for this soup :) YUM!!

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Cosmicmother 6 years ago said:

Thanks everyone :)
It was yummy, and something different to do with boring ol' chicken! ;)

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