Hearty Chicken Stew

Stumbled upon this chicken stew through a little experimentation. It's hot, hearty, and simple. Try serving with biscuits or bread. Tasty stew for the wintertime.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
• Calories: 272 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 3 tablespoons salted butter
• 3 cups chicken broth, or more to taste
• 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs in the hot oil, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and add butter, allowing it to melt but not burn. Add carrots, celery, onion, and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are soft and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 2

Stir flour into the mixture to make a roux with the butter. Allow to cook, stirring, until it darkens a little, 10 to 15 minutes. Slowly add chicken broth while continuing to stir. Add chicken, reduce heat, and let simmer until easily shredded, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in a bowl or on a plate.