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Holden's Ranch Style Chicken Stew

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and comforting chicken stew with rich flavors and creamy texture, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole or pieces Chicken (whole or cut into pieces)
  • 1 Gallon Water (enough to cover the chicken)
  • 1 piece Onion (quartered)
  • 1 piece Carrot (quartered)
  • 1 stalk Celery (quartered)
  • 1 teaspoon Peppercorns (optional)
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 piece Onion (chopped fine)
  • 4 Cans Evaporated Milk
  • 2 Cups Whole Milk
  • 2 Cups Reduced Stock (strained, skimmed)
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 Can Cream of Chicken Soup (or more to thicken)

Instructions 

  • Add chicken, vegetables, and peppercorns to a stockpot. Cover with water and simmer until chicken is falling apart, about 1 hour.
  • Remove chicken, cool, then shred. Return bones and bits to stock, reduce to about 2 cups strained stock.
  • Sauté chopped onion in butter until translucent. Add milk, evaporated milk, and strained stock; simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add shredded chicken, seasonings, and simmer for 10 minutes. Finish with cream of chicken soup and simmer another 10 minutes.

Notes

Shredding the chicken finely enhances the stew's texture and flavor.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, stew