There’s something truly comforting and healing about a steaming bowl of chicken stew recipe, especially when you’re feeling under the weather and in need of extra warmth and care. Between chicken stew and beef stew, this Chicken Stew Recipe is more than just a dish. It’s a remedy that holds a special place in my heart, as it’s a dish my mom always makes whenever I am sick. Bursting with delicious flavor, this stew never fails to energize and comfort me!
The chicken stew is loaded with all the good stuff—tender chicken, creamy potatoes, rich spices, and hearty vegetables. The smooth, warm broth wraps the entire dish like a warm hug, making it soothing and easy to eat even when you are sick and don’t have an appetite.
As the stew typically includes a variety of vegetables, including carrots, peas, potatoes, and any seasonal variation, the dish is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The ingredients in the stew are simmered in low heat until tender making it easier to digest. This gentle preparation is particularly helpful when you are dealing with stomach troubles or nausea. The stew also includes anti-inflammatory ingredients like garlic, ginger, and onion, which build strong support for your immune system.
Protein, vegetables, herbs, and a warm broth make everything go down easily- this one-pot chicken stew is truly a balanced meal that heals and rejuvenates the body. Without any further ado, let’s dive into the recipe!
One Pot Chicken Stew Recipe Variations To Try
Every day is different, and so is your taste!
One day, you might love the classic chicken stew from my recipe, while other days, you might want to try some tasty variations. Here are some ideas you can have a look at:
Spicy Chicken Stew
Good news for the spice lovers, I have a spicy version of this great chicken stew recipe for you!
Jalapenos, habaneros, or chili flakes create a satisfying, mouth-watering sensation that makes the dish even more tasteful. The heat from the spices helps balance the other ingredients of the stews and creates a warm and delicious contrast.
Add the chopped jalapenos, habaneros, or chili flakes while you saute the onions, ginger, and garlic in the pan. Keep stirring the mixture for a few minutes before adding the chicken back to the pan or crockpot. Continue with the recipe as directed, and you’ll enjoy a stew with a deliciously spicy kick!
Creamy Chicken Stew
Creamy chicken stew tastes different from the basic one because of its rich and smooth texture. The creaminess comes from Greek yogurt, heavy cream, or half-and-half. The cream or yogurt blends with the stew and coats the tender chicken and vegetables in a silky, velvety sauce. If your stew has too much spice or seasonings by mistake, you can use these ingredients to mellow them out as well!
For a creamy chicken stew, add the yogurt or cream towards the end of cooking. Reduce the heat to low or remove the pot from the cooker to avoid curdling. Once added, simmer the stew for an additional 10 minutes so that the cream or yogurt gets the chance to blend in perfectly.
Leafy Green Chicken Stew
Are you thinking about sneaking more greens into your diet? Why not mix them with your stew for an extra touch of freshness to the dish?
Toss spinach, kale, Swiss chard, turnip, and bok choy into the stew and see how they boost its nutritional value. The vibrant green color adds a nice visual touch to the stew while the flavor gets a whole new upgrade as a comfort food. The mix of leafy vegetables turns your homemade chicken stew into a wholesome dish that nourishes your body and energizes your spirit.
To add leafy greens to your stew, you must first wash and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Prepare your chicken stew as usual and add the greens during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking. The thing with leafy greens is that you need to cook them just right, as overcooking will cause them to lose their vibrant color and texture. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed to ensure the stew is perfectly balanced in flavor.
Tomato-Infused Chicken Stew
Tomatoes add a different dimension to any dish. Their natural sweetness and acidity enhance the stew’s flavor profile and make it more creamy and rich in texture.
Many people(including me!) enjoy the taste of tomato juice and pulp in savory dishes. While cooking the stew, tomatoes break down and blend in with the meat and vegetables so seamlessly that they become even more tender and easier to digest. You can add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, or tomato sauce to this recipe.
To create a tomato-infused stew, add the tomato after sauteing the onions in the pan. Keep stirring the stew after adding the tomatoes, and allow it to cook for a few minutes to caramelize. Next, add the meat and vegetables and follow the rest of my recipe instructions to create a flavorful tomato-infused chicken stew.
Mushroom Chicken Stew
Mushrooms are my favorite thing to chew on in any dish, and I love to include them in my recipes whenever possible!
The earthy tone of the mushrooms complements the stew beautifully, adding a new depth and contrasting flavor profile to the chicken recipe. Saute the mushrooms in some oil or butter over medium-low heat until they are soft and golden brown. Then stir them in the simmering stew and cook them for an additional 15 minutes to create a delicious mushroom chicken stew.
Recipe Card
One-Pot Chicken Stew Recipe | Easy and Delicious Comfort Food
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp / 30 ml Cooking Oil
- 8 pieces Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks
- 1 tsp / 6 g Salt (Divided)
- 1 tsp / 2 g Black Pepper (Divided)
- 2 tbsp / 28 g Butter
- 1 inch Ginger (Julienne)
- 5 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1 large Onion (Cubed)
- 3 medium-size Carrots (Diced)
- ½ tsp Rosemary
- ½ tsp / 1 g Thyme
- 2 small-size Bay Leaves
- 3 tbsp / 22 g All-Purpose Flour
- 1 liter / 1,000 ml Chicken Stock
- ½ kg / 500 g Potatoes (Diced)
- 1 cup / 145 g Frozen Peas
- 2 tbsp / 2 tbsp Coriander (Chopped)
Instructions
Prepare The Chicken
- Place a cooking pot or Dutch oven on the stove over high heat.
- Pour 2 tbsp of cooking oil into the pot.
- Using tongs, carefully place 8 pieces of chicken thighs and drumsticks into the large pot.
- Cook the chicken until they are golden brown. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Flip the chicken once one side is browned. Add a little more salt and black pepper.
- Once both sides are browned, transfer the chicken pieces to a plate and set aside.
Saute Ginger, Garlic and Vegetables
- In the same pot, add 2 tbsp of butter. Reduce the heat from high to medium.
- Add 1-inch julienne ginger and 5 cloves of minced garlic to the pot.
- Add 1 large cubed onion and 3 medium-sized diced carrots to the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables with butter and leftover chicken bits.
- Sprinkle ½ tsp of salt and ½ tsp of black pepper over the vegetables.
- Add ½ tsp of rosemary, ½ tsp of thyme, and 2 small bay leaves to the stew.
- Stir to mix the seasonings with the vegetables.
Add Flour and Chicken Stock
- Add 3 tbsp of all-purpose flour to the stew. Stir to coat the vegetables with the flour.
- Pour a little stock of the 1-liter chicken stock over the mixture and stir to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add The Cooked Chicken and Potatoes
- Take the chicken pieces you cooked earlier and place the chicken to the pot.
- Add ½ kg of diced potatoes with the chicken.
- Pour in the remaining chicken stock to cover the ingredients.
- Stir and bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat from medium to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Add Peas, Garnish and Serve!
- Remove the lid and stir the dish well. Add 1 cup of frozen peas to the stew.
- Stir and let it simmer for another 4-5 minutes.
- Garnish the dish with 2 tbsp of chopped coriander and stir the stew to mix everything.
- Serve the best chicken stew recipe and enjoy it hot!
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The simplicity of making this dish is truly remarkable. From gathering the easy-to-find ingredients to simply tossing everything into a single pot, the straightforward process of cooking this hearty chicken stew recipe is a breeze! It’s the ultimate recipe to enjoy a delicious meal that saves time and energy.
Recipe FAQs
The recipe calls for chicken thighs and drumsticks, but you can also use chicken breasts, wings, tenderloins, or bone-in pieces like the back and neck.
You can add some mashed potatoes to thicken the stew. You can also make a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and using this slurry to thicken the stew.
You can substitute chicken broth for vegetable broth, beef broth, or even plain water in the recipe. However, if you use water instead of broth, you must add more spices and seasonings to deepen the flavor.
