One-Pot Chicken & Vegetable Stew

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

A hearty, aromatic stew with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and zucchini, simmered to perfection in one pot for effortless weeknight dining. This Mediterranean one-pot recipe (high protein), ready in about 60 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, and diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 420 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 cups diced zucchini
• 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, removing and setting aside.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion to the pot and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
3. Step 3: Return chicken to the pot, add 2 cups diced zucchini, 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, and 1 tsp dried oregano. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low for 45 minutes until chicken is tender.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.