Simple Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Simple Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup white pearl onions or 1 Spanish onion, chopped; 3 celery ribs, cut in 1/2 inch pieces; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, broken up; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano or 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 4 cups yukon gold potatoes, cut in large chunks; 1 ½ cups baby carrots; 2 cups leftover chicken, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup white pearl onions or 1 Spanish onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, broken up
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons fresh oregano or 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon sea salt
4 cups yukon gold potatoes, cut in large chunks
1 ½ cups baby carrots
2 cups leftover chicken, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

1
Melt butter with oil in pot.
2
Saute onions, garlic and celery.
3
until onions have turned tender and slightly golden.
4
Add the chicken broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
5
Add the bay leave, oregano, salt, potatoes, carrots and chicken breast.
6
Simmer for about 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender to your liking.
7
Mix water and cornstarch together and add to pot.
8
Mix well and simmer for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
9
Serve hot.

795

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Fat

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup white pearl onions or 1 Spanish onion, chopped, 3 celery ribs, cut in 1/2 inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Simple 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!

Simple Chicken Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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