Country Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Country Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chicken legs, skinned and separated into pieces; 1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups baby carrots; 1 medium onion, quartered and sliced; 3 medium unpeeled potatoes, cubed; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram; 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with liquid; 1/2 cup dry sherry; 2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with; 1/4 cup water; salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

3 chicken legs, skinned and separated into pieces
1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups baby carrots
1 medium onion, quartered and sliced
3 medium unpeeled potatoes, cubed
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with liquid
1/2 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with
1/4 cup water
salt and black pepper

1
Brown chicken pieces in oil on both sides in dutch oven over medium heat; drain off excess oil.
2
Add carrots, onion, potato, broth, basil, marjoram, sage, onion powder, paprika, bay leaf, thyme, and tarragon to chicken in pan.
3
Add salt and pepper to taste; bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4
Add tomatoes with their juice and the wine.
5
Cover and simmer 10 minutes more or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
6
Remove chicken to platter; discard bay leaf; and skim fat.
7
Stir cornstarch mixture into stew and stir constantly until thickened.
8
Adjust taste for salt and pepper, and return chicken to pan.
9
Simmer for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.
10
Serve with parsley dumplings, or over split biscuits, if desired.
11
Tastes good just as it is, too.

525

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chicken legs, skinned and separated into pieces, 1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 cups baby carrots, 1 medium onion, quartered and sliced, and more.

Yes, Country 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Country Chicken Stew

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