Chicken Stew with Rice
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Chicken Stew with Rice

Time:1h
Difficulty:Easy
Servings:4 servings
Dairy-Free

This hearty one-pot chicken stew is the ultimate comfort meal. Tender chicken, soft vegetables, and a rich broth come together to create something truly nourishing. Served over fluffy rice, it's the kind of meal that fills you up and makes you feel cared for. Perfect for family dinners or batch cooking.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot. Cook onions and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add chicken and brown on all sides, about 4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add carrots, thyme, and broth. Bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat and simmer covered for 25 minutes.

  5. 5

    Cook rice separately per package instructions.

  6. 6

    Season stew and serve over rice.

๐Ÿ’ก Tips for Success

  • โ†’Save leftovers for Tuesday โ€” the stew gets even better overnight.
  • โ†’Make it ahead and reheat for even deeper flavour.
  • โ†’Add frozen peas in the last 5 minutes for extra colour.

โš ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • โ†’Cutting chicken into pieces too small โ€” they become mushy.
  • โ†’Skipping the browning step โ€” it adds essential flavour.
  • โ†’Overcooking the chicken โ€” it becomes dry and tough.

๐Ÿ”„ Substitutions

  • โ†’Chicken โ†’ pork shoulder or beef chuck
  • โ†’Carrots โ†’ parsnips or celery
  • โ†’Thyme โ†’ rosemary or bay leaves