Easy Chicken Stew

This comforting Easy Chicken Stew is perfect for busy days, combining simple ingredients into a warm and flavorful dish that warms the soul.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb Chicken (breasts or thighs) Rotisserie chicken works well.
1 medium Onion Substitute with shallots if desired.
2 stalks Celery Replace with bell peppers for a different twist.
2 medium Carrots Parsnips serve as a great alternative.
3 cloves Garlic Garlic powder works in a pinch.
4 cups Chicken broth Vegetable broth is an excellent vegetarian substitute.
1/2 cup Cream Use half-and-half or non-dairy options if needed.
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Individual herbs like basil and oregano work too.
1 cup Mushrooms Feel free to omit if you’re not a fan.
2 medium Potatoes Swap with rice if you prefer.
to taste None Salt and pepper Taste as you go!
2 tablespoons Oil or butter For sautéing.

Method

Preparation

Add the oil, butter, onion, celery, carrots, and garlic to a Dutch oven or soup pot. Sauté over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the flour and let it cook for about a minute.
Stir in the chicken broth and ensure the flour has dissolved, then add in the cream, Italian seasoning, mushrooms, potatoes, and chicken.

Cooking

Increase the heat to high and bring the stew to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer with the lid slightly open for 25 minutes.
You may want to stir it a couple of times to ensure nothing is sticking to the bottom of the pot as it cooks.
Take the chicken out of the pot and cut it up. Add it back in, then season the stew with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, use herbs de Provence and consider adding a squeeze of lemon for brightness. This stew can be served warm in bowls with fresh bread on the side and garnished with parsley or parmesan cheese.