Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew
This Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is a comforting dish filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for a family meal, providing a nutritious balance of protein and fiber.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large potatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup black olives
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion is translucent. Add diced potatoes, sliced carrots, red and green bell peppers, and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the chicken to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, paprika, cumin, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Stir in black olives and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg