Honey-Glazed Carrot and Apple Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

A comforting stew with sweet carrots and tart apples, evoking the warmth of childhood meals that felt like 'the best ever'. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs carrots, honey, apples for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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, peeled and thinly sliced carrots
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 medium, peeled and diced apples
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of oil. Sauté 1 finely chopped onion for 3 minutes until translucent.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced carrots to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly softened.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 diced apples, 3 tbsp honey, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until carrots are fork-tender and apples have softened but hold shape.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with a sprinkle of extra thyme.