Description
Creamy chicken stew is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken with a rich, velvety sauce and fresh vegetables. This hearty dish simmers to perfection, enveloping your kitchen in an irresistible aroma that invites family and friends to gather around the table. Whether served on a chilly evening or during festive gatherings, this creamy delight is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and dicing chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add diced chicken to the pot and cook until lightly browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in carrots and celery; cook for an additional 5 minutes until they soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cream or milk along with herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg