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Spinach-Artichoke Chicken Stew

Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Chicken Stew for Cozy Nights

Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Chicken Stew offers a comforting embrace of chicken in a savory sauce with spinach and artichokes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with canola oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced; yellow or white works best
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; freshly recommended
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts can use thighs for tenderness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs fresh herbs can be substituted
  • 1 can Artichoke Hearts canned or frozen for convenience
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half or coconut cream can be lighter alternatives
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese consider low-fat option if desired
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach kale can be a substitute
  • optional Parmesan Cheese for topping; use nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Add diced chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add chopped artichoke hearts and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and mix in heavy cream and cream cheese until well combined and creamy. Stir until cream cheese melts.
  5. Fold in fresh spinach until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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