Ingredients

8

boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds)

2

cups chicken broth

1

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon pepper

8

ounces pearl onions

6

slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

2

cloves garlic, finely chopped

Bouquet Garni (see note)

1

bag (1 pound) baby-cut carrots

1

pound small whole button mushrooms

2

tablespoons all-purpose flour

2

tablespoons cold water

Preparation

Place chicken in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except mushrooms, flour and water.

Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.

Skim any fat from surface. Remove Bouquet Garni. Stir in mushrooms. Mix flour and cold water; stir into chicken mixture. Increase heat setting to high. Cover and cook about 30 minutes or until thickened.