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Chicken Stew

Chicken Stew
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A warm and comforting Chicken Stew featuring tender bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs simmered with fresh vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth. This one-pot meal is easy to make, nutritious, and perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, delivering hearty flavors and a satisfying texture in every bowl.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil)

Vegetables

  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

Broth and Seasonings

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or 2–3 thyme sprigs
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces and pat the chicken thighs dry. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and brown on both sides until golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened and fragrant, scraping up browned bits from the chicken for added richness.
  4. Build the Broth: Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking briefly to release their aromas. Add chicken broth, diced potatoes, thyme, and parsley. Return the browned chicken to the pot.
  5. Simmer Gently: Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the chicken is tender and vegetables are soft, allowing flavors to meld.
  6. Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove herb stems for a smooth texture. Garnish with additional chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for richer flavor and juicier meat.
  • Take your time browning the chicken to develop deeper flavors.
  • Simmer gently over low heat for maximum tenderness.
  • Customize by swapping or adding seasonal vegetables like parsnips, turnips, or peas.
  • For a thicker broth, mash some potatoes into the stew at the end.
  • Variations include adding red pepper flakes for spice, substituting chicken for mushrooms or chickpeas for a vegetarian version, or stirring in cream or coconut milk for extra richness.

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Keywords: chicken stew, comfort food, one-pot meal, hearty stew, bone-in chicken, chicken recipe, gluten-free stew

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