Sure! Here’s a simple, comforting Chicken Stew recipe that’s perfect for beginners and home cooks. 🍲
It’s hearty, flavorful, and made with easy ingredients.
Classic Chicken Stew Recipe (Easy & Homemade)
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4–5 people
🛒 Ingredients
- 700 g (1½ lb) chicken (thighs or drumsticks, bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or mixed herbs
- 1 bay leaf (optional)
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Wash the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Cut into medium pieces if using boneless chicken.
Step 2: Brown the Chicken
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly golden.
Remove the chicken and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Aromatics
In the same pot, add the chopped onion. Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add Vegetables & Spices
Add carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5: Make the Stew
Return the chicken to the pot.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for 30–35 minutes, until the chicken is tender and vegetables are cooked.
Step 6: Thicken (Optional)
If you want a thicker stew, mix 1 tablespoon flour with 2 tablespoons water.
Stir it into the stew and cook for 5 more minutes.
Step 7: Finish & Serve
Add green peas and cook for another 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with bread, rice, or couscous
- Perfect for lunch or dinner
- Even better the next day!
⭐ Tips for Best Chicken Stew
- Chicken thighs give more flavor than breast
- Don’t rush the simmering – slow cooking makes it tender
- Add chili flakes if you like a little heat 🌶️
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