Chicken Waterzooi Stew Recipe

Name: Chicken Waterzooi Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 stalks celery, julienned; 4 medium carrots, julienned; 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 minced shallots; 1/4 lb sliced mushrooms; 1 large leek, thinly sliced (white part only); 1 minced garlic clove; fresh thyme (a few sprigs); 1 tablespoon peppercorn (preferable rainbow); 12 ounces St. Amand french country ale (the remainder to be poured into the chef); 3 cups half-and-half; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

4 stalks celery, julienned
4 medium carrots, julienned
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 minced shallots
1/4 lb sliced mushrooms
1 large leek, thinly sliced (white part only)
1 minced garlic clove
fresh thyme (a few sprigs)
1 tablespoon peppercorn (preferable rainbow)
12 ounces St. Amand french country ale (the remainder to be poured into the chef)
3 cups half-and-half
salt & pepper

1
Steam the celery and carrots for 5 minutes and set aside.
2
Heat the oil and one tablespoon butter in a deep skillet; saute chicken until golden and juices run clear (about 4 minutes per side).
3
Cool chicken slightly and cut crosswise into large pieces; cover with plastic wrap and set aside.
4
Add remaining butter to pan and lightly saute the shallots, mushrooms, leek, garlic and thyme for about 5 minutes.
5
Add the St. Amand Ale and peppercorns, increase heat and simmer for about 15 minutes till the liquid is reduced by half, stirring to loosen brown bits in the pan.
6
Stir in half & half and simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens.
7
Add chicken, celery and carrots; heat through.
8
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
9
Accompany with steamed new potatoes, a radicchio salad, and St. Amand French Country Ale.

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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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 stalks celery, julienned, 4 medium carrots, julienned, 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Waterzooi 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 Waterzooi Stew

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