Tex-Mex Chicken Stew
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of the Southwest with this delightful Tex-Mex Chicken Stew recipe. Perfect for a cozy dinner or for sharing at potlucks, this stew brings together tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices in a rich and creamy broth. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a total cook time of 45 minutes, you’ll have a hearty meal on the table in no time!
Recipe Category: Stew π₯
Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Vegetable, Meat, Potluck, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 410.6
- Fat: 22.4g
- Saturated Fat: 8.7g
- Cholesterol: 113.4mg
- Sodium: 467.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.8g
- Fiber: 4.7g
- Sugar: 5.8g
- Protein: 30.3g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 chicken thighs
- 1 onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 poblano pepper
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 zucchini
- 2 plum tomatoes
- 2 cups frozen corn
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coat the chicken breasts and thighs with a mixture of flour and salt, ensuring they are evenly coated. | PT5M |
| 2 | Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. | PT8M |
| 3 | In the same saucepan, add the onion, poblano pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. | PT10M |
| 4 | Stir in the dried oregano, ground cumin, and cinnamon, allowing the spices to toast for about a minute to release their flavors. | PT1M |
| 5 | Return the chicken to the saucepan along with the chicken broth, heavy cream, zucchini, plum tomatoes, and frozen corn. | PT1M |
| 6 | Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer gently until the chicken is tender and cooked through, and the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. | PT8M |
| 7 | Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of Tex-Mex Chicken Stew! | PT2M |
Notes:
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of poblano pepper and ground cumin to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve the stew with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy your Tex-Mex Chicken Stew adventure! πΆπ²
