Description

This hearty Chicken Stew with Potatoes & Carrots is a comforting and soul-warming dish featuring tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and sweet carrots simmered in a savory chicken broth with aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy dinners, this simple yet flavorful stew balances rustic textures and rich taste, making it a family favorite any time of year.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Fats

4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Herbs & Seasonings

2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Peel and cut potatoes and carrots into uniform chunks for even cooking. Chop onions and mince garlic to have everything ready before cooking.
Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides. This step locks in flavor and makes the stew extra savory.
Sauté Aromatics: Remove chicken temporarily from the pot. Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until onions become translucent and fragrant, building a flavorful base for the stew.
Combine Ingredients and Herbs: Return the browned chicken to the pot. Add potatoes, carrots, thyme, and bay leaves. Pour in chicken broth to cover all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer Until Tender: Reduce heat to low and let the stew simmer gently for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally and check seasoning as you go.
Final Touches: Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning if needed. For a thicker stew, mash a few potato pieces against the pot’s side or stir in a slurry made from cornstarch and water. Serve hot and enjoy a satisfying meal.

Notes

Use bone-in chicken for extra richness and depth in broth.
Don’t rush browning chicken to maximize flavor.
Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking and texture.
Simmer the stew low and slow to meld flavors without toughening meat.
Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley at the end for a bright finish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmering/Stovetop
Cuisine: American/Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.25 cups)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg