Skillet Chicken Stew

Name: Skillet Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4-6 servings.
Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Dash pepper; 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, sliced; 3 celery ribs, sliced; 2 medium potaotes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon cornstarch

It's been 20 years now since I adapted this from a recipe for beef stew. We like it so much that, in all that time, I have never changed any ingredients or amounts - unless it was to double them! Our home's on a river, and my husband, our three boys and I enjoy camping and boating. — Valerie Jordan, Kingmont, West Virginia

Ingredients

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, sliced
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium potaotes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat.
In a large skillet, melt butter; cook chicken until chicken juices to run clear. Add onion and celery; cook for 3 minutes. Stir in potatoes and carrots.
In a small bowl, combine the broth, thyme, ketchup and cornstarch; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 275 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein.

Originally published as Skillet Chicken Stew in Country Woman January/February 1995

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tcondon64

Feb 26, 2018

This recipe is definitely ease-oriented, with great flavor development.
bplowman

Oct 21, 2017

Not much flavor, but will try again adding additional herbs & spices. Prep was very easy.
DeliciouslyResourceful_Gina

Feb 22, 2016

Very good family-friendly weeknight meal. We added 1/2 cup water and 1/2 TSP pepper to the sauce. It was tasty, but we would still like it a bit more flavorful. Next time I will add more spices.
luigimon

Feb 27, 2015

This is amazing and very easy! A definite keeper!
JulieS211

Apr 29, 2014

This was very good! Fast and easy, too. I did make a few changes in ingredients--I don't like cooked celery, and I wanted more color, so added some peas and corn for that, but that just proves this is a good recipe to follow exactly or use as a "jumping off point." Being able to have a hearty stew ready in about 30 minutes is great for weeknights.
Baking Diva

Jan 4, 2014

This is one of my "go to" recipes. All my guys love it; make it in summer as well as in cool weather as it cooks on stove top rather than heating the oven. I have added extra broth/stock too & altered cook-time to assure veggies are tender, as other reviewers have indicated. Been making it for years and will keep on making it because, as my husband says: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!"
hlillis

Dec 10, 2013

Very good. Will be making it again and again. Read reviews and used a whole can of low sodium chicken broth but kept ketchup and cornstarch amounts the same.Used fresh thyme & sage. My 8yr old wants it again tomorrow!
Lawler67

Oct 11, 2013

Great Recipe. I added some poultry seasoning for a little extra flavor. My family requested this stew again.
Lizvalinez

Apr 29, 2013

This recipe was sooooo good! I doubled the broth recipe and let it cook a little longer. The potatoes were still a bit hard I like them a bit more tender but other than that I highly recommend. It's really easy and quick to make, plus I had all of the ingredients at hand.
upham1

Sep 22, 2012

Great for a fall day. I simmered it for 40 minutes and some carrots and potatoes were still aldente. Great flavor. I served it with fresh bread.