turning the chicken pieces once or twice until they are pale golden-brown. Stir in 100ml/3½fl oz water and bring the mixture to the boil. Transfer to the slow cooker and add the potatoes and carrots.
Serve with good crusty bread or mashed potatoes. Put the shallots ... about five minutes each side. Put the chicken on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker and scatter with the lardons ...