Description
This comforting chicken stew is a soul-warming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant herbs in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe is easy to prepare and offers endless customization options, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Gather your ingredients and experience the joy of homemade comfort food that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup diced potatoes or frozen peas
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, carrots, and celery to the pot; stir well to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth until all ingredients are covered. Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- If using potatoes or peas, add them during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg