My grandmother taught me this old recipe it’s a practical and very tasty meal

Grandmother’s Classic Chicken Stew

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 carrots, sliced
• 2 onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Cut the chicken into manageable pieces, peel and dice the potatoes, slice the carrots, chop the onions, and mince the garlic.
   • Trim and cut the green beans.
2. Sear the Chicken:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken pieces and sear until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Sauté until they are fragrant and the onions are translucent.
4. Add Vegetables:
   • Add the potatoes, carrots, peas, and green beans to the pot. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.
5. Combine and Simmer:
   • Return the chicken pieces to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth.
   • Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
   • Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
6. Final Touches:
   • Remove the bay leaves from the stew.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
   • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve this hearty chicken stew with a slice of crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a complete, comforting meal.

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This recipe embodies the warmth and practicality of a meal passed down through generations, just like your grandmother would make it. Enjoy!