Creamy Chicken Stew Recipe

Introduction

This creamy chicken stew is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for any day of the week. Loaded with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich sauce, it’s easy to make using your preferred cooking method—stovetop, crock pot, or Instant Pot. Serve it over biscuits for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 2 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup baby carrots
• ½ cup celery, diced
• ¾ cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
• 2 large red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup whole milk (do not substitute low-fat)
• 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• 1 oz. ranch seasoning mix

Instructions

1. Step 1: Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium heat.
2. Step 2: Season the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, until nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add olive oil and the diced vegetables to the pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, whole milk, sour cream, and ranch seasoning. Stir to combine well.
5. Step 5: Pour the soup mixture into the pot and stir. Return the chicken to the pot and mix everything together.
6. Step 6: Let the stew simmer gently until the potatoes and carrots are tender when pierced with a fork, about 25 minutes.
7. Step 7: Serve hot, optionally over warm biscuits for an extra comforting meal.

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh vegetables when possible for the best flavor, but frozen green beans work just fine.
• Do not substitute low-fat milk; whole milk helps keep the stew creamy and rich.
• For extra herb flavor, add fresh thyme or rosemary along with the Italian seasoning.
• Try adding peas or corn in the last 10 minutes of cooking for extra color and sweetness.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, reduce the milk slightly or simmer uncovered for a few minutes at the end.

Storage

Store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally to maintain creaminess. Avoid boiling after reheating to prevent curdling of dairy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used and will add extra richness. Just adjust cooking time as thighs may take a bit longer to become tender.

Can I freeze this creamy chicken stew?

Freezing is possible but not ideal due to the dairy content, which can separate upon thawing. If you choose to freeze, do so before adding sour cream and milk, then add them fresh when reheating.

Creamy Chicken Stew Recipe

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• Author: lina
• Total Time: 1 hour (stovetop), 6-8 hours (slow cooker), 30 minutes (Instant Pot)
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

This Creamy Chicken Stew is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for any season. Made with tender chicken breasts, fresh vegetables, and a luscious blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and ranch seasoning, this stew offers rich flavor and creamy texture. It can be prepared on the stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, making it versatile and easy to fit your cooking preferences. Serve it warm, optionally over biscuits, for a satisfying homestyle meal.

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Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 2 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning

Vegetables

• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup baby carrots
• ½ cup celery, diced
• ¾ cup green beans, fresh or frozen
• 2 large red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes

Liquids and Dairy

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup whole milk (do not substitute with low-fat)
• 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• 1 oz. ranch seasoning mix

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Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Season the cubed chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
2. Stovetop cooking: Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sauté for about 5 minutes until nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside. Add the olive oil to the pot, then add diced onion, baby carrots, celery, and green beans. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Combine soup mixture: In a bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, whole milk, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until well combined. Pour this mixture into the pot with the cooked vegetables, stirring thoroughly.
4. Simmer the stew: Return the chicken to the pot, add cubed red potatoes, and let the stew simmer on medium-low heat for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are fork tender.
5. Optional serving suggestion: Serve the creamy chicken stew over warm biscuits for an extra comforting meal.
6. Slow cooker method: Melt butter at the bottom of the crock pot, then add olive oil, vegetables, and seasoned chicken. Stir to coat everything evenly. Mix the soup, milk, sour cream, and ranch seasoning and pour over the ingredients. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours.
7. Instant Pot method: Set Instant Pot to Saute mode; melt butter and olive oil and sauté vegetables until onion is soft and translucent (about 5 minutes). Add 1 cup chicken broth and scrape bottom to release any stuck bits. Add the seasoned chicken. Seal the lid and pressure cook for 8 minutes, then perform a quick pressure release. Open the lid, switch to Saute. Mix cream of chicken soup and ranch seasoning with half the milk and half the sour cream, add to the pot; simmer for 5 minutes. Optionally add remaining milk and sour cream for more broth.

Notes

• Use whole milk to maintain the creamy texture; do not substitute with low-fat milk.
• Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preference.
• Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of chicken pieces and vegetables.
• Serving the stew over warm biscuits is optional but highly recommended for a filling meal.
• The stew can also be prepared in a slow cooker or Instant Pot for convenience.
• Optionally add the remaining half cup of milk and sour cream in the Instant Pot method if you want a brothier stew.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes (stovetop), 6-8 hours (slow cooker), 20 minutes (Instant Pot total)
• Category: Stew
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Creamy chicken stew, chicken recipe, comfort food, creamy soup, easy stew, homestyle chicken stew