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Chicken Stew

Chicken Stew
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This quick and easy Chicken Stew recipe delivers tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and rich seasoning in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting stew features hearty potatoes, carrots, celery, and aromatic herbs simmered in flavorful chicken broth, making it a family-friendly meal that’s both satisfying and adaptable to your preferences.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks

Vegetables

  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced

Liquids & Condiments

  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Herbs & Seasonings

  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients: Chop the onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic finely and cut the chicken into uniform chunks for even cooking.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides until golden, locking in flavor. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute to develop aroma.
  4. Build the Stew Base: Add tomato paste and cook briefly to deepen its flavor. Then pour in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pot for extra richness. Return the browned chicken to the pot.
  5. Add Potatoes and Herbs: Stir in the potatoes, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Bring everything to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
  6. Final Seasoning and Serve: Remove the bay leaf and thyme stems. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley, then serve piping hot.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for deeper flavor; remove bones before serving.
  • Take your time browning chicken and vegetables for caramelized flavor boost.
  • Simmer stew gently on low heat to keep meat tender and juicy.
  • To thicken, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into stew.
  • Chop vegetables ahead of time to reduce active cooking time.

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