Description
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of homemade chicken stew. This rich and hearty recipe features tender chunks of chicken, wholesome root vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a creamy, flavorful broth. It’s the perfect one-pot meal for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or whenever you’re craving classic comfort food.
Made with simple pantry staples and fresh ingredients, this chicken stew is thick, satisfying, and packed with flavor in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 8 thighs), diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour (divided)
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups diced potatoes (peeled if using russets)
- 1 ½ cups diced sweet potatoes (peeled)
- ½ red bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ cup white wine
- 4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
- 1 cup green beans (cut into 1-inch pieces) or thawed frozen peas
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
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Brown the Chicken
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add diced chicken and brown (it does not need to cook through).
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Remove chicken and set aside.
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Cook the Vegetables
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Add remaining olive oil to the pot.
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Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.
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Create the Base
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Stir in 3 tablespoons flour, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
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Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
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Simmer the Stew
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Add potatoes, sweet potatoes, red pepper, white wine, browned chicken, and broth.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
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Finish & Thicken
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Remove lid and stir in green beans and heavy cream.
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Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
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Optional Thickening
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Shake remaining 2 tablespoons flour with 1 cup water or broth in a jar.
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Slowly add to boiling stew until desired thickness is reached.
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Notes
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with crusty bread or garlic toast.
- Pair with a simple green salad.
- Add fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan for extra richness.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months (without cream for best results).
- Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop, adding broth if needed.