Chicken Stew

A classic, comforting chicken stew filled with tender chicken thighs, wholesome root vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a rich, savory broth, perfect for a family gathering.

• Prep: 20 min
• Cook: 1 hr
• Total: 1 hr 20 min
• Servings: 9
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Medium
• Cost: $3.72/serving

Dietary

• Dairy-Free
• High-Protein
• Soy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• Low-Sugar
• Low-Saturated-Fat
• Low-Calorie
• Low-Fat

Tags

• one-pot
• comfort food
• savory
• classic
• crowd-pleaser
• bake

Ingredients

• 3.5 pound chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 yellow onions (medium, chopped)
• 4 carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 4 celery stalks (sliced)
• 6 clove garlic (minced)
• 8 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1.5 pound red potatoes (diced)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup dairy-free milk (unsweetened, plain)
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 crusty bread (dairy-free)

Instructions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 3 1/2 pounds chicken thighs and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. To the same pot, add 2 chopped yellow onions, 4 sliced carrots, and 4 sliced celery stalks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the chicken thighs to the pot. Add 1 1/2 pounds diced red potatoes and 2 bay leaves.
5. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup dairy-free milk alternative and 1/4 cup cornstarch until smooth. Slowly whisk this mixture into the simmering stew. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the stew thickens. Remove bay leaves before serving.
7. Serve the hearty chicken stew warm with crusty dairy-free bread. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. This stew reheats beautifully and makes great leftovers.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can briefly sear the chicken pieces in batches until lightly golden before adding the vegetables. Skim any fat from the surface of the stew before serving for a lighter finish.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 486
• Protein: 42.6 g
• Carbohydrates: 52.3 g
• Fat: 13.3 g
• Fiber: 3.3 g
• Sodium: 1137 mg
• Saturated Fat: 2.8 g
• Sugar: 4.5 g
• Cholesterol: 150 mg