Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey and Wild Mushroom Stew
Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey and Wild Mushroom Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days or cozy family gatherings. Tender turkey thighs, earthy wild mushrooms, and vegetables simmer in a rich, creamy broth that envelops your taste buds like a warm hug. Minimal prep time and maximum flavor make this dish a must-try for any home cook.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless turkey thighs
- 2 cups wild mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or porcini), sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and cleaning the mushrooms.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker. Layer in turkey thighs, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sprinkle thyme on top.
- Pour in chicken broth and add softened cream cheese. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg