Cozy Chicken Stew recipe
This hearty chicken stew is nourishing, comforting, and bursting with flavor. With tender chicken thighs, wholesome vegetables, and a creamy, herb-infused broth, it's the perfect one-pot meal for a chilly evening.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour plus extra if needed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb small gold potatoes quartered
- 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried
- 1 tsp rosemary fresh or dried
- 1/2 tsp sage dried or finely chopped fresh
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and coat lightly with flour.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in remaining flour and stir well. Gradually pour in chicken and vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the chicken to the pot. Add potatoes and herbs. Stir to combine.
- Simmer uncovered on low heat for 30–45 minutes until chicken is tender and vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Let stew rest for a few minutes before serving for best texture. Use fresh herbs where possible, and serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6500IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 3.2mg
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