Cousin Mollys Chicken Stew, Italiano Style Recipe

Name: Cousin Mollys Chicken Stew, Italiano Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, quartered (or any four parts you wish to eat); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 whole yellow onion, thinly sliced into half moons; 3/4 cup carrots, peeled and diced medium; 1 tablespoon minced garlic, about four cloves; 1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes; 2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cubed; 1 cup chicken stock; Pinch salt and pepper; Splash balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken, quartered (or any four parts you wish to eat)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 whole yellow onion, thinly sliced into half moons
3/4 cup carrots, peeled and diced medium
1 tablespoon minced garlic, about four cloves
1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes
2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cubed
1 cup chicken stock
Pinch salt and pepper
Splash balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

1
Season chicken well with salt and pepper.
2
Heat one tablespoon of the extra virgin olive oil in a hot pan until just before smoking.
3
Add chicken, skin side down, and sear until golden brown.
4
Remove chicken, drain pan, and add one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
5
Add onions until soft, about five minutes.
6
Add carrots and garlic until they begin to soften, about five to seven minutes.
7
Add tomatoes and celery and let cook for a few minutes.
8
Remove the skin from the cooked chicken and add back into stew.
9
Add chicken stock and simmer for about 25 minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper, balsamic vinegar, and fresh chopped basil.

268

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, quartered (or any four parts you wish to eat), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 whole yellow onion, thinly sliced into half moons, 3/4 cup carrots, peeled and diced medium, and more.

Yes, Cousin Mollys Chicken Stew, Italiano Style 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!

Cousin Mollys Chicken Stew, Italiano Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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