Description
A hearty and comforting chicken stew made with tender chicken thighs, vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for cold days and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 800g / 1.6 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3cm / 1.2” pieces
- 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper, each
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1.5 cm / 0.6” thick pieces
- 2 celery ribs, cut into 1.5 cm / 0.6” thick pieces
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 tbsp flour (plain / all purpose)
- 3 cups (750 ml) chicken stock/broth, low sodium
- 1 cup (250 ml) water
- 2 dried bay leaves
- 1 tsp thyme leaves (dried or fresh)
- 2 cups (300g) potatoes, cut into 3 cm / 1.2” pieces
- 1 cup (150g) frozen peas
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown in two batches, adding more oil as needed. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium and add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Add carrots and celery, cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and flour, cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken stock, water, bay leaves, thyme, and potatoes. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits.
- Return chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 25 minutes.
- Remove lid and simmer for another 10 minutes to thicken the stew slightly and cook vegetables until tender.
- Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove bay leaves and serve hot with crusty bread, if desired.
Notes
- Chicken thighs are preferred for their tenderness and flavor, but breast can be used with adjusted cooking time.
- For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes at the end.
- Great for freezing; just omit peas and add when reheating.
- Serve with bread, mashed potatoes, or rice for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
