Description
Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty dish features tender boneless chicken thighs simmered with vibrant carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes in a rich, flavorful broth. Enhanced by aromatic herbs, each spoonful wraps you in warmth and nostalgia, making it an ideal choice for those cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and adaptable for busy weeknights, this nourishing stew is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables—carrots, onions, and potatoes—into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Add boneless chicken thighs to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides for about five minutes.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes, then pour in chicken broth. Add thyme and bay leaf for flavor.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes or until everything is tender.
- Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg