Hearty Chicken Vegetable Stew
A cozy, nourishing stew packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy potatoes, sweet peas, and vibrant carrots simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly days or comforting weeknight dinners.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/2 cup green peas (frozen or fresh)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Stir in the chicken thighs, diced potatoes, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30–35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, then return it to the stew.
- Add peas and simmer for 5 more minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- Yukon gold potatoes hold their shape well and add creaminess, but other potatoes can be used.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut—add it after the vegetables are cooked.
- Stew thickens as it sits; add more broth when reheating if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken stew, vegetable stew, hearty chicken recipe, comforting dinner, one pot meal