Classic Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Classic Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 potato, peeled and diced; 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil; 2 onions, finely chopped; 4 stalks celery, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) dried thyme leaves or 3 whole sprigs of fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 cup (50 ml) all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) lower-salt chicken broth; 1/2 cup (125 ml) dry white wine or lower-salt chicken broth; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 lbs (1.5 kg) skinless bone-in chicken thighs (about 12 thighs); 1 cup (250 ml) green peas, thawed if frozen

Servings: persons

1 potato, peeled and diced
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
4 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1/2 tsp (2 ml) dried thyme leaves or 3 whole sprigs of fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup (50 ml) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) lower-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup (125 ml) dry white wine or lower-salt chicken broth
Freshly ground black pepper
3 lbs (1.5 kg) skinless bone-in chicken thighs (about 12 thighs)
1 cup (250 ml) green peas, thawed if frozen

1
In a saucepan, combine potato and cold water to cover.
2
Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.
3
Remove from heat.
4
Cover and set aside.
5
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat for 30 seconds.
6
Add onions, celery and carrots and cook, stirring, until carrots are softened, about 7 minutes.
7
Add thyme, bay leaf and flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
8
Add broth and white wine and cook, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 4 minutes.
9
Drain reserved potato and add to mixture.
10
Season to taste with pepper.
11
Arrange chicken over bottom of slow cooker stoneware and cover with vegetable mixture.
12
Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 3 hours, until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.
13
Add peas and stir well.
14
Cover and cook on High for 20 minutes, until peas are tender and mixture is hot and bubbly.
15
Make Ahead
16
This dish can be partially prepared before it is cooked.
17
Complete Steps 1 and Cover and refrigerate overnight.
18
The next morning, continue with the recipe.

986

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 potato, peeled and diced, 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, 2 onions, finely chopped, 4 stalks celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Classic Chicken 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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Classic Chicken Stew

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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