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Hearty Chicken and Mushroom Stew Recipe

This hearty chicken and mushroom stew is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, flavorful broth that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy weekend meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 200 g mushrooms sliced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and cut the chicken, mushrooms, and carrots. Chop the onion and garlic.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add carrots and mushrooms, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Simmer Stew: Return the chicken to the pan. Add chicken stock, tomato sauce, paprika, and thyme. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread or rice.

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