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Easy Homemade Chicken Stew Recipe

Easy Homemade Chicken Stew Recipe
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Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Easy Homemade Chicken Stew, a comforting one-pot dish featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and a creamy broth. Perfect for a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

For the Stew:

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Onion, diced
  • 2 ribs Celery, diced
  • 3 Carrots, diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1/4 tsp Sage
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme
  • 3 tbsp Flour
  • 4 cups Chicken stock or broth
  • 1 lb Potatoes, mix of Yukon Gold and Russet
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Frozen green peas
  • 1/3 cup Fresh parsley, optional
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, melt unsalted butter. Add onion, celery, and carrots, cooking until softened. About 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, bay leaf, sage, and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in flour and stir to combine, cooking for two minutes.
  5. Gradually add chicken stock, stirring continuously.
  6. Add potatoes and browned chicken back into the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and partially cover. Cook for 30 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
  8. If using, stir in fresh parsley.
  9. Add frozen green peas, cook for another 5 minutes.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Leftovers?
  • Refrigeration: Cool the stew completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
  • Freezing: Allow the stew to cool completely. Portion the stew into freezer-safe containers or bags, leaving some space for expansion. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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