COLORFUL CHICKEN STEW

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In Galax, Virginia, Ila Alderman relies on chili powder to spice up this hearty stew brimming with chicken and fresh-tasting veggies. Since it simmers in a slow cooker all day, it's wonderful to have it ready when you walk in the door.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 medium carrots, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 low-sodium chicken bouillon cubes
Artificial sweetener equivalent to 2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups cold water

Steps:

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges