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5 from 1 vote

Creamy Chicken Farro Stew

Chicken + whole-grain farro goodness + mushrooms + spinach + parmesan is thick, creamy, hearty perfection in a slow cooker.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 bowls
Calories: 296kcal
Author: Mountain Cravings

Ingredients

  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb. mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1½ lb. chicken diced
  • 1 cup whole farro
  • 10 oz. frozen spinach
  • ½ t. salt
  • ½ t. pepper
  • ½ t. nutmeg
  • 1-2 cups whole or 2% milk
  • 2 T. butter
  • ¼ cup parmesan grated

Instructions

  • Combine onion, garlic, mushrooms, broth, chicken, farro, spinach, and spices in slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and farro is tender.
  • Add 1 cup of milk, butter, and parmesan and stir until the butter is melted. Slowly add more milk until you like the consistency.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve with extra parmesan.