Low Fat Hearty Chicken Stew

Savor the cozy flavors of this Low Fat Hearty Chicken Stew, a nourishing one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. Packed with tender bites of lean chicken breast, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas, and hearty potatoes simmered to perfection in a light, herb-infused broth, this stew delivers all the comfort without the extra calories. The medley of garlic, thyme, and rosemary gives it a robust, homey flavor, while its low-fat, low-sodium profile makes it a healthy choice for the whole family. Ready in under an hour, this simple yet satisfying stew is ideal for meal prep and pairs beautifully with a slice of whole-grain bread or a fresh garden salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 medium potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp dried rosemary
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Add the sliced carrots and celery, stir them into the chicken and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Add the cubed potatoes, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 10

In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2517.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1464.2

Total Fat 32.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 344.2mg	0%
Sodium 2093.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.3mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 4563.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.0%

Protein: 41.9%

Carbs: 38.1%