Hearty Chicken Stew: A Warm Hug in a Bowl

Hearty Chicken Stew is a comforting and nostalgic dish, perfect for winter nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Soups

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4-6 pieces Chicken Thighs Substitute with turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.

For the Vegetables

2 cups Carrots Feel free to swap in sweet potatoes or spinach for variety.
4 cups Yukon Gold Potatoes You can use red potatoes for a different texture.
1 medium Sweet Onion Yellow onions can work as a substitute.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred, but garlic powder can be a last-minute substitute.

For the Broth

6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.

For Seasoning

1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme can substitute at a ratio of 1:3.
2 pieces Bay Leaves Remember to remove before serving.
to taste Salt Adjust according to your taste preference.
to taste Pepper Adjust according to your taste preference.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Feel free to swap with avocado oil if preferred.

Equipment

Large pot

Method

Preparation Steps

Dice the sweet onion, slice the carrots into rounds, and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, stirring frequently for about 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add chicken thighs to the pot and sear for approximately 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken temporarily.
Introduce the prepared carrots and potatoes back into the pot alongside the chicken. Pour in enough low-sodium chicken broth to cover the ingredients by about an inch, stirring gently.
Once simmering, add fresh thyme leaves, bay leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Ladle the stew into bowls, garnishing with additional fresh thyme if desired, and serve with crusty bread or fluffy scones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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