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Creamy Chicken Stew

Creamy Chicken Stew

Discover the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Stew, a French-inspired dish with tender chicken and a velvety sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts or boneless thighs
  • 200 g mushrooms
  • 2 pieces carrots
  • 1 pieces onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 40 g butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 200 ml thick cream
  • 1 pieces egg yolk
  • 500 ml chicken broth
  • 1 pieces bouquet garni (bay leaf, thyme, parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients by peeling and slicing the carrots, cleaning and slicing the mushrooms, and chopping the onion and garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot, melt 20g of butter over medium heat, add the chicken pieces, and cook until lightly golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Using the same pot, add the remaining butter and sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the veggies, stir well to coat, and let it cook for 2 minutes. Then gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
  5. Return the chicken to the pot, add the bouquet garni, cover, and let it simmer gently for 25–30 minutes.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the cream, egg yolk, and lemon juice. Remove the pot from heat and slowly incorporate this mixture into the stew.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, remove the bouquet garni, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot alongside steamed rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This stew is perfect for impressing guests at cozy family dinners, holiday gatherings, or potlucks. Feel free to use olive oil instead of butter for a lighter dish, or coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Best served with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Remember to add the cream after thawing for best results.
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