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Chicken Stew

Creamy Chicken Stew That'll Warm Your Heart and Soul

A comforting Chicken Stew filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich creamy broth, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Butter can be used for richer flavor
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped, optional if not a favorite
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used, halve the amount
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme works well too
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Sage Optional
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Diced Potatoes Russet potatoes, peeled for smoother stew
  • 1 cup Diced Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped, can substitute with green bell pepper
  • 1 cup Green Beans or Frozen Peas Optional
For the Liquid
  • 1 cup White Wine Can replace with extra broth for alcohol-free
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or Stock Homemade offers the best flavor
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can omit or swap for coconut milk

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Stew
  1. Brown the chicken by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat, add chicken thighs, cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add remaining olive oil, heat to medium, add onion, carrots, and celery, sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in flour, rosemary, thyme, and sage, cook for about 2 minutes until combined, season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add potatoes, sweet potatoes, red bell pepper, and browned chicken, then deglaze with white wine, pour in chicken broth, bring to boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. After 30 minutes, stir in green beans or peas and heavy cream, simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chicken stew can be frozen for up to 3 months in individual portions for easy reheating. It tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together.

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