Here’s a comforting recipe for Chicken Stew with Mushrooms and Onions. This hearty stew is filled with tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and onions in a savory broth.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or your choice)
- 3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup potatoes, peeled and diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening, optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Sauté the chicken:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables:
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and the vegetables start to soften.
- Add broth and seasonings:
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir well. Add the diced potatoes (if using), dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the pot. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Add cream and thicken (optional):
- If using, mix 1 tablespoon of flour with a bit of cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the stew and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the stew thickens.
- Stir in the heavy cream or milk, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Add peas (optional):
- Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve:
- Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Tip:
For a richer flavor, you can deglaze the pot with a splash of white wine after sautéing the vegetables. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
Enjoy your Chicken Stew with Mushrooms and Onions—a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any chilly day!