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Cozy Paleo Chicken Stew Recipe Easy One-Pot Root Vegetable Meal

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A warm and satisfying one-pot paleo chicken stew loaded with hearty root vegetables and tender chicken, perfect for cozy nights and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 large parsnip, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 small rutabaga or turnip, peeled and chopped (optional)
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: dice the onion, mince the garlic, chop the celery, and peel and cut all root vegetables into roughly 1-inch chunks. Cut chicken thighs into bite-size pieces.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive or avocado oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onion and celery, sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Push veggies to the side, add chicken pieces in a single layer. Brown chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side without moving too much. Brown in batches if necessary.
  4. Stir in carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and rutabaga. Sprinkle smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over everything. Stir well to coat evenly.
  5. Add chicken broth and coconut milk. Toss in thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Stir gently to combine. The broth should just cover the ingredients.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until root vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning. If thicker stew is desired, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes.
  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

If stew is too thick, add a splash more broth or water. If too thin, simmer uncovered longer. Browning the chicken adds essential flavor. Use uniform vegetable cuts for even cooking. For slow cooker, brown chicken and sauté aromatics first, then cook on low 4-6 hours and add coconut milk near the end. Coconut milk can be substituted with almond milk or cashew cream. Store leftovers in airtight containers in fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently with added broth if needed.

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