Creamy Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 chicken drumsticks (1 pound); 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds), each cut into 4 pieces; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 pound small white mushrooms, quartered; 1 large Yukon Gold potato (10 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 large carrot, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 2 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup dry white wine; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 4 thyme sprigs; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 chicken drumsticks (1 pound)
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds), each cut into 4 pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound small white mushrooms, quartered
1 large Yukon Gold potato (10 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large carrot, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
4 thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Heat a large skillet.
2
Add the vegetable oil and heat until wisps of smoke appear.
3
Add the chicken drumsticks and breasts in a single layer, season with salt and pepper and cook the chicken over moderately high heat, turning once, until golden brown, about 7 minutes total; transfer the chicken to a plate.
4
Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
5
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mushrooms to a small bowl.
6
Add the potato, carrot, onion, garlic and butter to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
7
Stir in the flour.
8
Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
9
Add the stock, thyme, bay leaf and chicken along with any accumulated juices and bring to a boil.
10
Cover and simmer over moderately low heat until the potato and carrots are tender and the chicken drumsticks are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
11
Discard the bay leaf and thyme.
12
Stir in the heavy cream and the reserved mushrooms and season with salt and pepper.
13
Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

935

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 chicken drumsticks (1 pound), 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds), each cut into 4 pieces, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Creamy 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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Creamy Chicken Stew

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