chicken stew

How to Cook the Ultimate Chicken Stew: A Classic Recipe

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Chicken stew is one of those dishes that seems like a heat hug in a bowl. It’s hearty, flavorful, and ridiculously fulfilling, especially on cold days. Whether cooking for your family or indulging yourself, this bird stew recipe is an assured hit. Plus, it’s easy to customize primarily based on what you have in your kitchen. Let’s dive in!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves four- to six people.)

  • Protein & Broth:
    • 4 bone-in, skin-on chook thighs (or drumsticks)
    • four cups of hen broth
  • Veggies:
    • 2 large carrots, diced
    • 3 celery stalks, chopped
    • 1 big onion, finely diced
    • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
    • 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • Flavor Boosters:
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 tbsp tomato paste
    • 1 tsp dried thyme
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extras:
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp all-reason flour
    • Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-step instructions.

  1. Prep the Chicken
    • Pat the bird thighs dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper and paprika.
  2. Sear the Chicken

Warm olive oil in a large pot over

    • medium warmness. Add the fowl thighs, pores, and skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes in step with the facet until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  1. Sauté the Veggies
    • Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic to the same pot. Cook until softened and fragrant (about 5 minutes). Stir inside the tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes to create a flavorful base.
  2. Add Broth & Potatoes
    • Pour within the bird broth, scraping up any browned bits at the lowest of the pot. Add the potatoes and go back the chicken to the pot.
  3. Simmer Away
    • Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the hen is tender and quickly pulls far away from the bone.
  4. Finish with Peas & Parsley
    • Stir in the peas and cook dinner for every other five minutes. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot!
chicken stew

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)

Nutrient Amount Calories 350 Protein 25g Carbohydrates 30g Fat 15g Sodium 700mg    Pro Tips for the Best Chicken Stew

  1. Use Bone-In Chicken: It provides intensity and richness to the broth.
  2. Don’t Skip Searing: Those browned bits = flavor gold!
  3. Play with herbs: Fresh rosemary or bay leaves are incredible additions.

FAQ

Q: Can I use chicken breast as opposed to thighs?

A: Absolutely! Just word that breasts can dry out faster, so lessen the simmering time barely.

Q: Can I do this in advance?

A: Yes! In reality, bird stew tastes even better tomorrow as the flavors deepen. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.

Q: How can I make this stew thicker?

A: You can mash some potatoes inside the pot or whisk a slurry of one tablespoon cornstarch and a couple tablespoons of water, then stir it all through the previous few minutes.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?

To make it gluten-unfastened, substitute the all-reason flour with a gluten-unfastened alternative like cornstarch or rice flour.

Try this chicken stew recipe the next time you yearn for comfort food! It’s healthy, delicious, and will leave everybody asking for seconds. 🥣

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