Chicken Stew with Rice and Winter Squash

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch cubes
• cup dry white wine
• 3 teaspoons chicken stock concentrate (such as Knorr Homestyle)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• cup uncooked short-grain white rice
• 4 cups water, divided, or as needed
• Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, celery, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the pot. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are fragrant, but not softened.
3. Stir in the chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to brown and render some of its fat.
4. Add the cubed butternut squash and stir to coat the pieces well with the pan juices.
5. Pour in the white wine, stirring to deglaze the pan. Add the chicken stock concentrate, peas, and rice, and stir until the broth has dissolved.
6. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked. Stir occasionally, adding more water as necessary to maintain the desired consistency.
7. Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cook's Notes

You can substitute the butternut squash with other small winter squashes, like kabocha or acorn, depending on what is available.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 340
• Total Fat: 12g (15% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 2g (12% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 42mg (14% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 544mg (24% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 40g (14% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 6g (20% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 16g (33% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 43mg (48% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 110mg (8% Daily Value)
• Iron: 3mg (18% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 814mg (17% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is based on available data. Please consult your doctor or a registered dietitian for personalized dietary advice.