Gently Simmered Chicken and Vegetable Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

A wholesome chicken stew simmered with fresh vegetables for a nourishing and tender meal. This Mediterranean-inspired healthy bowl recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, carrots, celery stalks for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2, chopped celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb boneless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces and sear for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned on all sides but not cooked through.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced medium carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and add 3 fresh thyme sprigs. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the stew to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
5. Step 5: Cover and let simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and cooked through and the vegetables are soft.
6. Step 6: Remove thyme sprigs, stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.