Name: Southern Creamy Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 cups chicken broth; 1½ pounds cooked shredded chicken; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 cup heavy cream; Fresh parsley, chopped; Cracked black pepper

Description

This Southern Creamy Chicken Stew is a cozy, comforting classic made with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings, and easy to make in one pot for a satisfying Southern-style meal.

Ingredients

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For the Stew

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1½ pounds cooked shredded chicken
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup heavy cream

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped
Cracked black pepper

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics
Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic.
Add Seasoning and Flour
Sprinkle in salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and poultry seasoning. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Pour in Broth and Simmer
Gradually whisk in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently.
Add Chicken and Potatoes
Stir in the shredded chicken and diced potatoes. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
Add Cream and Veggies
Stir in heavy cream, corn, and peas. Simmer uncovered for another 5-7 minutes until the stew thickens.
Serve and Garnish
Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and cracked black pepper.

Notes

Make sure not to boil the stew after adding cream to avoid curdling. For added richness, use rotisserie chicken and sauté bones with the aromatics before removing them. If freezing, omit the cream and add it fresh when reheating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Southern, American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Southern Creamy Chicken Stew, Chicken Stew Recipe, Creamy Chicken Soup, Southern Comfort Food, One Pot Stew