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Cozy Chicken Stew Recipes for Dinner You’ll Love Tonight
MD Ashraf Ahmed

Classic Chicken Stew

A cozy one-pot chicken stew made with tender chicken thighs, potatoes, carrots, celery, peas, and a savory herb broth. It is hearty, comforting, and perfect for an easy family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs;
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil;
  • 1 tablespoon butter;
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced;
  • 3 medium carrots sliced;
  • 2 celery stalks chopped;
  • 4 garlic cloves minced;
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour;
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth;
  • 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes cubed;
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme;
  • 1 teaspoon paprika;
  • 1 bay leaf;
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste;
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus more to taste;
  • 1 cup frozen peas;
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.

Method
 

  1. Season and brown chicken; remove.
  2. Cook onion, carrots, and celery; add garlic and spices.
  3. Stir in flour, then gradually add broth.
  4. Add potatoes, bay leaf, and chicken.
  5. Simmer covered for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Remove bay leaf, stir in peas, adjust seasoning, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Add 1/2 cup heavy cream at the end for creamy chicken stew. For gluten-free stew, use a cornstarch slurry instead of flour. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.