In this comforting chicken stew recipe, chunks of tender chicken, hearty root vegetables, and seasonings simmer in a flavorful chicken broth. It's filled with goodness for the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients :
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs about 8 thighs, diced 1-inch
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots diced
1 small onion chopped
2 ribs celery diced
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour divided
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
¼ teaspoon ground sage
salt and black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups diced potatoes peeled if using russets or baking potatoes
1 ½ cups diced sweet potatoes peeled
½ red bell pepper finely diced
¼ cup white wine
4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
1 cup green beans cut into 1-inch pieces, or frozen peas, thawed
Directions :
In a large pot or dutch oven, brown chicken in 1 tablespoon olive oil (it doesn't have to be cooked through). Remove from pot and set aside.
Cook onion, carrot and celery in remaining olive oil for about 3 minutes or until onion is slightly softened. Stir in 3 tablespoons of flour, seasonings and salt & pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat about 2 minutes.
Add potatoes, sweet potatoes, red pepper, white wine, browned chicken and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 30 minutes.
Remove lid and stir in green beans and cream. Thicken if desired (below) and simmer an additional 10 minutes uncovered.
To thicken: In a mason jar combine remaining 2 tablespoons flour and 1 cup water or broth. Shake very well (ensure there are no lumps) and add a little at a time to boiling stew to reach desired consistency.
