Step 1

Wash potatoes and if you desire, peel them (I kept the peels on mine). Cut them into 1 inch cubes. Add them into the slow cooker.

Step 2

Use kitchen shears* to trim the excess fat off the chicken thighs. Cut the chicken into 1 inch chunks. Add the cut chicken into the slow cooker.

Step 3

Add salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and chili powder into the slow cooker. Use a spoon to toss the seasonings to coat the chicken and potatoes.

Step 4

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until potatoes are tender. Remove the lid. Stir in the pieces of asparagus and put the lid back on. Let the pot sit for about 5 minutes to warm the asparagus through and slightly cook it.

Step 5

Remove the lid. Salt and pepper to taste.  Scoop the chicken, potatoes and asparagus onto plates and enjoy.