Chicken Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Slowly add to the stew, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Chicken stew is a classic comfort food that is popular in many countries.
• The addition of cornstarch to the stew thickens the broth and helps to bind all the ingredients together.
• Chicken stew can be served with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.