Description
This Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with tender chicken, a variety of vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this stew is sure to become a favorite in your household. Easy to make and full of wholesome ingredients, it’s a one-pot wonder that you’ll absolutely love!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Cook the Stew: Return chicken to the pot with zucchini, green beans, tomatoes, and broth. Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Simmer for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning, remove bay leaf, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This stew tastes better the next day and freezes well.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- For a creamier version, add heavy cream or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
