This easy chicken stew with vegetables (Portuguese Jardineira recipe) is made with tender, juicy chicken, potatoes, carrots, and peas simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s a healthy one-pot dinner, perfect for busy weeknights or for gathering the family around the table.
If you’re craving a healthy dinner packed with vibrant flavors, you've come to the right place. This easy chicken stew with vegetables is a colorful and comforting meal, perfect for family dinners, especially on cold winter days when all you want is something warm and cozy. It’s also a great way to encourage kids to enjoy a healthy and delicious homemade meal.
Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting out, this one-pot chicken stew recipe is very simple to prepare. Simple cook all the ingredients in a flavorful broth, full of delicious spices and aromas. It’s the perfect comfort food to prepare after a long day, making it ideal for an easy weeknight dinner.
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What Is Portuguese Jardineira?
Is a traditional stew made with meat, potatoes and vegetables, cooked in a flavorful broth of tomato, onion and olive oil. This version uses chicken pieces instead of beef, making it a healthier option.
Ingredients for Easy Chicken Stew with Vegetables (Portuguese Jardineira)
Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
- Chicken - Chicken cut into pieces. Tender and full of flavors.
- Chopped onion, chopped garlic, olive oil and peeled tomato cut into small pieces - Ingredients that add color and flavor to the recipe.
- Salt, pepper, nutmeg and bay leaf - To season the chicken.
- Peas, green beans and carrot - Ingredients that add color and flavor and make the recipe healthier.
- Potatoes - Potatoes cut into cubes.
Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this one-pot chicken stew recipe.
How to Make Easy Chicken Stew with Vegetables (Portuguese Jardineira)
Step 1: In a pot, add the olive oil, chopped garlic, chopped onion, peeled tomatoes cut into small pieces and the chicken. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg and bay leaf.
Step 2: Stir and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Peel, wash the potatoes and cut into cubes. Add the potatoes, peas, carrots and the green beans cut into pieces to the chicken pan. Pour the water (enough water to completely cover the mixture) and season with a little more salt.
Step 4: Stir and cook over medium-low heat for more 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5: Turn off the heat and serve.
Tips for Chicken Stew with Vegetables
1. If you want to add extra flavor, season the dish with chopped fresh parsley, thyme, or coriander.
2. For a juicier, more tender chicken, cook the stew over low heat.
3. If you have leftovers, store the chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 days.
4. Let the stew rest for 10 minutes before serving for better flavor.
FAQs
Is this chicken stew healthy?
Yes, it is a balanced meal with lean protein and vegetables.
Can I make this recipe with beef instead of chicken?
Absolutely! The traditional version is actually made with beef chunks, which makes the dish even richer and more flavorful.
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Easy Chicken Stew with Vegetables (Portuguese Jardineira)
This easy chicken stew with vegetables (Portuguese Jardineira recipe) is made with tender, juicy chicken, potatoes, carrots, and peas simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s a healthy one-pot dinner, perfect for busy weeknights or for gathering the family around the table.
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- 1.2 kg (2 2/3 pounds) chicken cut into pieces
- 2 medium onions
- 3 cloves of garlic
- Pepper (to taste)
- Nutmeg (to taste)
- Bay leaf (to taste)
- 200 grams (1 1/3 cups) peas
- 200 grams (7 ounces) green beans
- 3 medium carrots
- 900 grams (2 pounds) potatoes
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes
- 50 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- In a pot, add the olive oil, chopped garlic, chopped onion, peeled tomatoes cut into small pieces and the chicken. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg and bay leaf.
- Stir and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Peel, wash the potatoes and cut into cubes. Add the potatoes, peas, carrots and the green beans cut into pieces to the chicken pan. Pour the water (enough water to completely cover the mixture) and season with a little more salt.
- Stir and cook over medium-low heat for more 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Turn off the heat and serve.
