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Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew for Cozy Comfort Nights

This Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is a warm embrace in a bowl, combining tender chicken with vibrant vegetables in a rich broth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 325

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast or Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 2 medium Potatoes diced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, for a spicy kick
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice splash before serving

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it turns translucent and fragrant.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high, then add 1 to 1.5 pounds of chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces. Cook for about 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.
  3. Stir in 2 chopped carrots, 2 stalks of chopped celery, and 2 diced potatoes. Cook for about 3 minutes.
  4. Next, pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup of water, and 1 can of diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir well.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer for about 30 minutes.
  7. In the last 5 minutes, stir in 1 cup of frozen peas.
  8. Remove the bay leaf before serving and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 820mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. This stew can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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