Vegetable stew with chicken a hearty family dish

Here’s a delicious recipe for a hearty vegetable stew with chicken that’s perfect for a family meal:

Hearty Vegetable Stew with Chicken

Ingredients

• For the Stew:
  • 1.5 lbs (about 700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Chicken:

   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sauté until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

2. Cook the Vegetables:

   • In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
   • Add the bell pepper and potatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, and the browned chicken. Bring to a boil.

4. Simmer:

   • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
   • Add the zucchini and green beans, and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, with crusty bread or over rice if desired.

Tips

• You can customize the stew by adding other vegetables you have on hand, like peas, corn, or mushrooms.
• This stew can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

Enjoy your hearty vegetable stew with chicken!