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Rustic Chicken Stew

Rustic Chicken Stew

This Rustic Chicken Stew is the definition of comfort food—hearty, nourishing, and rich in flavor with juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and a thick savory broth. It’s a soul-warming recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Stew
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs juicy and flavorful
  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • 1/4 cup Bailee’s Kitchen All-Purpose Seasoning or substitute with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 carrots diced
  • 3 ribs celery diced
  • 1 pound yellow potatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup flour for thickening
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth divided

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Toss with 2 tbsp avocado oil and seasoning blend.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onions, carrots, and celery to the same pot. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth to deglaze. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and garlic. Cook 1 minute. Add flour, stir well, and cook 2 more minutes.
  5. Slowly add remaining broth, stirring constantly. Add potatoes and return chicken to pot. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked and potatoes are tender.
  6. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the stew. Stir to combine.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with rustic bread.

Notes

Make it your own by adding fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme, using sweet potatoes, or finishing with a splash of cream. Tastes even better the next day!