Description
This Lemony Chicken Stew is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and zesty lemon come together in a deliciously satisfying stew.
Ingredients
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Chicken Stew:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup baby potatoes, halved
- 4 cups chicken broth
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Brown the chicken chunks on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Add carrots, celery, and baby potatoes, then return the chicken to the pot.
- Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes before serving.
- Add green beans or peas in the last 10 minutes of cooking for extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
