Old-Fashioned Chicken Stew

 

1 t olive oil

2 med. onions, chopped (1½ C)

2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut in cubes

3 cloves garlic, crushed through press

2 (16 oz) cans nonfat chicken broth

32 oz. water

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 med. russet potatoes, scrubbed and cubed

½ lb. green beans, ends trimmed and cut in 2Ó pieces

½ C dry white wine

2 bay leaves

½ t thyme leaves

½ t salt

Freshly ground black pepper

 

Heat oil in large skillet or dutch oven over med-hi heat. Fry the onions, stirring frequently until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the cubed chicken and garlic and continue to cook and stir for about 5 minutes longer. Pour in the chicken broth and water and add remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 to 40 minutes. Monitor heat so the stew simmers without boiling.

 

Serve in deep bowls. Makes 8 servings at 127 calories and 1.5 grams fat each.

 

 

I add mushrooms, too.

 

Genie Hendrix