TEMPTING TERIYAKI CHICKEN STEW

Tempting Teriyaki Chicken Stew image

I created this dish that combines two of my favorite tastes, salty and sweet. I'm always looking for new ideas for my slow cooker and this one's a keeper! -Amy Siegel, Clifton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium parsnip, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken on both sides. Place vegetables in a 4-qt. slow cooker; add chicken. In a small bowl, mix the preserves, maple syrup, teriyaki sauce, ginger and cayenne; pour over chicken., Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and vegetables to a platter; keep warm. , Transfer cooking liquid to a small saucepan. Skim fat. Bring cooking liquid to a boil. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into pan. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.