Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken breasts, cubed
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 medium carrots, sliced
– 2 stalks celery, chopped
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 teaspoons dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 cups potatoes, diced
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Making Creamy Chicken Stew is simple when you follow these clear steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken breasts and cook until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Pour in the Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot, bringing it to a boil.
6. Season: Add the dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to taste.
7. Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the stew simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
8. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the pot along with the frozen peas.
9. Stir in the Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir until well combined.
10. Final Simmer: Let the stew simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken and blend the flavors.
11. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating a warm and delicious creamy chicken stew that your family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g