The WW Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew is tasty and has 245 kcal per serving. Takes 50 minutes to prepare this dish. Serve it at lunches, events, feasts, dinners, festivals, celebrations, brunch, or get-togethers. It contains boneless chicken breast, olive oil, black pepper, onion, garlic, carrots, celery stalks, potatoes, green beans, peas, low-sodium chicken broth, salt, diced tomatoes, dried thyme, tomato paste, dried parsley, cornstarch, dried rosemary, cold water, & parsley. We may pair it with garden salad, roasted asparagus, multigrain biscuits, steamed broccoli, wild rice, quinoa, fruit salad, baked apples, barley, whole wheat dinner rolls, or light grain bread. You may keep this WW Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew in the refrigerator for 4 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Course: Main
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
EQUIPMENT:
- Large soup pot
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
- Knife
- Vegetable peeler
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- One pound boneless chicken breast(bite-sized pieces)
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- One tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium diced potatoes
- One medium diced onion
- 2 medium sliced celery stalks
- One cup cut green beans
- 2 medium sliced carrots
- One cup frozen peas
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Half tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- Half tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Two tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Half tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST:
- This is the main component that gives low protein in the stew. It cooks quickly & stays tender. You may use turkey breast as an alternative.
CELERY:
- It gives a classic homemade taste to the stew and freshness as well. You may use fennel as another idea.
LOW-SODIUM CHICKEN BROTH:
- We use it to form the base of the stew and keep sodium low in the broth. You may use vegetable broth as per your choice.
TOMATO PASTE:
- It gives richer color to the stew and deeper taste as well. You may use tomato puree as a substitute.
CORNSTARCH AND WATER:
- We mix them to make a slurry that thickens the broth in the hearty stew. It keeps the calories and fat low. You may use potato starch as another option.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, warm the olive oil in the pot on a moderate setting.
- Cook the onion for 4 minutes and the garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken pieces and cook till it gets lightly browned from the outside.
- Then stir in carrots, celery, green beans, salt, potatoes, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, rosemary, black pepper, thyme, and parsley.
- Stir everything well and gently boil the stew, then less the flame to low.
- Simmer the ingredients for 30 minutes and stir in frozen peas.
- Make the smooth slurry by mixing the cornstarch with cold water.
- Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering stew and cook for 5 minutes.
- Lastly, adjust the seasoning and garnish the stew with parsley.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAD:
- Whole Wheat Bread
- Garlic Bread
- Dinner Rolls
- Sourdough Bread
- Cornbread
SALADS:
- Garden Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Greek Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Steamed Broccoli
- Roasted Carrots
- Green Beans
- Roasted Asparagus
- Cauliflower
RICE AND GRAINS:
- Brown Rice
- White Rice
- Quinoa
- Wild Rice
- Barley
POTATOES:
- Mashed Potatoes
- Baked Potato
- Roasted Potatoes
- Sweet Potato
- Potato Wedges
PASTA:
- Buttered Noodles
- Whole Wheat Pasta
- Orzo
- Couscous
- Macaroni
SIDES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Zucchini Noodles
- Steamed Spinach
- Mixed Vegetables
- Cabbage Slaw
DESSERT:
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Mixed Berries
- Baked Apples
- Greek Yogurt
- Fruit Sorbet
TIPS:
- Cut the vegetables in similar-sized pieces to cook them evenly.
- Avoid boiling the stew quickly; simmering it keeps the chicken tender.
- Include frozen peas at the end to keep the bright green color.
- Taste the broth, then serve and adjust if required.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the stew in the vessel to keep it for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze the cooled stew in the box for 90 days.
FAQs:
Are chicken thighs good to include in the recipe?
- Yes, boneless, skinless chicken thighs give better results in the dish.
How to make the stew thicker?
- Include a little more cornstarch slurry or mash few potatoes.
Is this dish good to prepare for meal prep?
- Yes, it stores well and makes it perfect for lunches and dinners.
Can I use more vegetables as well?
- Yes, you may add mushrooms, zucchini, cabbage, or corn as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 18 grams
Iron: 2.0 mg
Total Carbs: 23 grams
Vitamin A: 6,850 IU
Fiber: 5 grams
Calcium: 65 mg
Protein: 28 grams
Sodium: 470 mg
Calories: 245 kcal
Potassium: 920 milligrams
Weight Watchers Points: 3 Points