Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

Why Make This Recipe

Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is perfect for busy days when you want something warm and filling. This stew is packed with healthy ingredients and is easy to make. It’s a great way to use leftover chicken and a great way to sneak in some vegetables. Plus, it’s comforting and delicious, making it a family favorite!

How to Make Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add carrots, potatoes, chicken broth, and water to the pot.
5. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen peas.
8. Let everything simmer for another 5–10 minutes until heated through and well combined.
9. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side!

How to Serve Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

Serve Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew hot in bowls. It goes well with crusty bread for dipping. You can also add a simple green salad on the side for a complete meal.

How to Store Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

To store leftovers, let the stew cool down first. Then, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the stew for longer storage; it will keep well for about 2 to 3 months. Just thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Tips to Make Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

• For extra flavor, you can add a bay leaf while simmering.
• Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on what you have at home. Green beans, corn, or bell peppers can work well too.
• If you like a thicker stew, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add it to the stew as it simmers.

Variation

You can make this stew in a slow cooker for a hands-off approach. Just add all the ingredients in the morning and let it cook on low for 6-8 hours. This method makes the chicken even more tender!

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen chicken instead of cooked chicken?
   Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just cook it thoroughly in the pot before adding other ingredients.

2. What if I don’t have chicken broth?
   You can use vegetable broth or even water if you don’t have broth on hand. Just be aware that it might be less flavorful.

3. Can I make this stew vegetarian?
   Absolutely! Replace the chicken with beans or lentils and use vegetable broth instead. You can also add more veggies for a hearty vegetarian option.

Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

A warm and filling stew made with chicken and healthy vegetables, perfect for family meals and using leftovers.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Comfort Food

Servings 4 servings

Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cooked and shredded
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium potatoes, cubed
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 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

 

Preparation

• In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
• Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Cooking

• Add carrots, potatoes, chicken broth, and water to the pot.
• Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
• Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
• Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen peas.
• Let everything simmer for another 5–10 minutes until heated through and well combined.
• Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.

Notes

Serve hot with crusty bread on the side. For extra flavor, you can add a bay leaf while simmering. You can adjust the vegetables based on what you have at home.

Keyword Chicken Stew, Easy Recipe, Family Meal, Hearty Stew, Vegetable Stew