Creating this incredible Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Stew is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Start by chopping all your vegetables and mincing the garlic and ginger.
2. Layer the Ingredients: In the slow cooker, place the chicken thighs at the bottom. Top with onions, carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers.
3. Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar until well combined.
4. Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the layered ingredients in the slow cooker.
5. Add Chicken Broth: Pour the chicken broth over everything, ensuring the ingredients are submerged.
6. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
7. Optional Thickening: If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with a small amount of water and stir into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
8. Shred the Chicken: Once the cooking time is complete, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the stew for even distribution.
9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this comforting stew effortlessly!