Description
This Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is a comforting, nourishing dish perfect for cozy dinners. Packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and savory broth, it’s a deliciously wholesome meal that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. The rich flavors of thyme, rosemary, and tomato paste come together to create a savory stew your whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cooked and shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. - Add Vegetables and Broth:
Add the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. - Add Chicken and Peas:
Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen peas. Let the stew simmer for another 5-10 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined. - Serve:
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side!
Notes
- For added richness, you can use bone-in chicken and shred the meat once cooked.
- You can customize the vegetables by adding parsnips, celery, or sweet potatoes for different flavors.
- If you prefer a thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes in the pot to create a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25mg
- Cholesterol: 65mg