Chicken and Sausage Stew Recipe

Name: Chicken and Sausage Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1 1/4 lb Italian sausage links, hot or sweet or a combination; 20 slices of pepperoni; 1 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips; 2 poblano peppers, cut into strips; 8 oz button mushrooms; 1 celery stalk, sliced; 1 large or 3 small carrots, sliced; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 28 oz can of whole italian tomatos with juices; 1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes with juices; 2 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp hot sauce, such as Frank's brand; 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water; 1/4 cup fresh grated romano cheese; 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil

Servings: persons

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 1/4 lb Italian sausage links, hot or sweet or a combination
20 slices of pepperoni
1 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
2 poblano peppers, cut into strips
8 oz button mushrooms
1 celery stalk, sliced
1 large or 3 small carrots, sliced
1/4 cup dry white wine
28 oz can of whole italian tomatos with juices
1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes with juices
2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp hot sauce, such as Frank's brand
1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water
1/4 cup fresh grated romano cheese
1/4 cup fresh chopped basil

1
In a large skillet on medium low heat saute pepperoni until crisp, remove from pan and reserve for garnish
2
Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
3
Add butter to skillet and melt and add chicken thighs and cook just until golden, only 1 to 2 minutes per side, it will cook more later.
4
Remove to plate
5
Add sausage to skillet and brown, about 5 minutes they will also cook more in the stew.
6
Remove sausage to a plate
7
Add all vegetables to skillet, cover abd cook on medium low until softened, about 10 minutes
8
Add white wine to skillet and increase heat and cook until wine is almost gone
9
Transfer vegetables and any liquid in skillet to stockpot or dutch oven, add sausage, cut into 1 inch slices, chicken thighs, all tomatos, broth, cream, italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste
10
Cook, uncovered on low, for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
11
Then remove chicken thighs too a bowl.
12
Increase heat to a simmer and slowly, while stirring drizzle in the cornstarch mixture and cook until stew thickens some.
13
About 4 minutes.
14
Add romano cheese, and basil and return chicken, broken into bite size chunks.
15
Then serve
16
Serve hot garnished with reserved pepperoni and additional grated romano cheese.
17
Serve over pasta, rice or potatos or in a bowl with crusty bread for dipping

1039

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, 1 1/4 lb Italian sausage links, hot or sweet or a combination, 20 slices of pepperoni, 1 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Sausage Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken and Sausage Stew

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