Chicken Stew

Enjoy your one of a kind rustic fusion chicken stew, a delightful harmony of flavors and textures!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 6

Course: Comfort Food

Cuisine: Rustic Fusion

Description:

This comforting rustic fusion dish combines tender chicken and an array of vibrant vegetables in a rich, savory broth, creating a hearty main course perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 8 boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons of high-quality olive oil
• 2 medium-sized carrots, finely diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, divided
• ½ teaspoon of dried rosemary
• ½ teaspoon of dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon of dried sage
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 ½ cups of russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 ½ cups of sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• ½ red bell pepper, finely diced
• ¼ cup of dry white wine
• 4 cups of homemade chicken broth or high-quality chicken stock
• 1 cup of fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ cup of heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Begin by heating a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing it to heat up.
2. Add the diced chicken pieces to the pot and sauté until they start to brown, about 3-4 minutes. They don’t need to be fully cooked at this stage. Once browned, transfer the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
3. In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Then, toss in the finely diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté these aromatic vegetables for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the other vegetables start to soften.
4. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over the sautéed vegetables, and add in the rosemary, thyme, sage, and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Stir well, allowing the flour to cook for about 2 minutes, creating a fragrant, slightly thickened base for your stew.
5. Now, add the diced russet potatoes, sweet potatoes, and red bell pepper to the pot. Pour in the white wine, and return the browned chicken to the pot as well.
6. Slowly pour in the homemade chicken broth or high-quality chicken stock, making sure all the ingredients are submerged. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes. This simmering will infuse all the flavors and allow the vegetables to become tender.
7. After 30 minutes, uncover the pot and introduce the fresh green beans to the mix, along with the heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
8. If you prefer a thicker consistency, prepare a slurry by shaking the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour with 1 cup of water or chicken broth in a mason jar until there are no lumps. Gradually pour this slurry into the simmering stew, stirring continuously until you achieve your desired thickness.
9. Allow the stew to simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to ensure all the flavors meld together beautifully.
10. Serve this rustic fusion masterpiece hot, garnishing with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Information:

• Calories: 611
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 39g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 179mg
• Sodium: 403mg
• Potassium: 1010mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Vitamin A: 9020IU
• Vitamin C: 24.8mg
• Calcium: 77mg
• Iron: 3.8mg

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