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    Old Fashioned Chicken Vegetable Stew

    Published: Jun 11, 2024 · by Radwa.

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    This old fashioned chicken vegetable stew is loaded with vegetables, chicken, and tons of flavours. The best part is that it’s all made in one pot.

    This chicken stew is a delicious, healthy, and filling. It is not only a perfect dish for cold winter days, but is also good enough to serve all year round!

    Chicken Stew With Veggies in a large pot

    This healthy stew is the best comforting food on a chilly day, and it comes together in no time. Serve this stew for dinner, and I am sure all your family will love it.

    Which ingredients do we need?

    recipe ingredients

    Chicken: Using chicken breast is preferable for this recipe.

    Veggies: I love to use lots of veggies in this recipe such as celery, carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic.

    Herbs and seasonings: This stew is loaded flavours of thyme, oregano, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and ground black pepper.

    How to make this chicken stew and Veggies?

    steps of making the recipe

    In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat, then add celery, carrots, onions, and garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes.

    Add chicken, ground black pepper, oregano, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and salt. Mix everything and sauté for another 3 minutes.

    After that, add the potatoes and chicken broth. Bring everything to a boil and keep cooking for 17-18 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked.

    Garnish with dill then serve.

    close shot to the Chicken Stew

    Helpful Tips

    • If the stew needs more liquids, add some water.
    • Cut the vegetables into a medium size; not too small, so they don't get overly soft while the stew is simmering.
    • This chicken stew can freeze for a whole month and can reheat very well over the stove or in the microwave.
    • If you want to make this stew spicy, add half tablespoon hot sauce. It will add to the flavour.
    Chicken Stew With Veggies in a bowl

    Recipe FAQs

    How to thicken a stew?

    Add two tablespoons of corn-starch to 3 tablespoons of water in a cup. Mix it well then pour over the stew while hot.

    What side dishes to serve with chicken stew?

    Chicken stew can be served with pasta, rice, or a piece of bread.

    Can I make this chicken stew using the slow cooker?

    Yes, you can. First, you need to brown the chicken; don't skip this step. Then follow the instructions above.

    Storage

    To store: Store leftovers in a well-covered container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

    Freeze: This stew freezes beautifully. Put in an airtight container in the freezer for 1-2 months.

    a spoon full of the soup

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    Chicken Stew With Veggies
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    5 from 3 votes

    Old Fashioned Chicken Vegetable Stew

    This old fashioned chicken vegetable stew is loaded with vegetables, chicken, and tones of flavours. The best part is that it’s all made in one pot.
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 9 servings
    Calories 170kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Pot
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knife

    Ingredients

    • 500 g chicken breasts , cut into small pieces
    • 3 cups chicken broth
    • 3 potatoes , cubed
    • 1 onion , diced
    • 5 cloves garlic , minced
    • 4 carrots , diced
    • 2 stalks celery , diced
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary , chopped
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon dill , chopped (for serving)

    Instructions

    • In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat then add celery, carrots, onions, and garlic.
    • Sauté for 3 minutes. Add chicken, ground black pepper, oregano, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and salt.
    • Mix everything and sauté for another 3 minutes. After that add the potatoes and chicken broth.
    • Bring everything to a boil and keep cooking for 17-18 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked.
    • Garnish with dill then serve.

    Notes

    • If the stew needs more liquids, add some water.
    • Cut the vegetables into a medium size, not too small, so they don't get overly soft while the stew is simmering.
    • This chicken stew can freeze for a whole month and can reheat very well over the stove or in the microwave.
    • If you want to make this stew spicy, add half a tablespoon hot sauce. It will add to the flavour.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 641mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4586IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Rooth says

      November 28, 2020 at 11:44 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this chicken soup and it was amazing.

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      • Mags says

        November 06, 2022 at 5:48 am

        Do you think it will be okay to use chicken legs, instead of thighs, I only have chicken legs in the fridge at the moment and really fancy this for our min meal today

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    5 from 3 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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