Best 4 Irish Chicken Stew Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, Irish chicken stew stands as a beacon of culinary excellence. Its origins can be traced back to the cottages of rural Ireland, where resourceful home cooks transformed humble ingredients into a symphony of flavors. This hearty stew embodies the essence of Irish cuisine, combining tender chicken, an array of vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth that warms the soul and satisfies the appetite. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for Irish chicken stew, a dish that has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts for generations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER IRISH STEW WITH CHICKEN



Slow Cooker Irish Stew with Chicken image

A twist on the popular Irish stew, with chicken. A perfect rustic comfort food during the chilly months of the year. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or with fresh crusty bread and butter.

Provided by Ken D.

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons paprika, divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package sliced portobello mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
5 medium potatoes, quartered
5 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, whole
1 (16 ounce) can lager beer
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
4 ounces tomato paste
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Mix flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl. Coat chicken with the flour mixture, reserving 1 tablespoon for cooking.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in the hot oil, turning frequently, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle reserved 1 tablespoon flour mixture over chicken; add mushrooms and onion. Turn heat to medium and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Drain excess oil if needed.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to the bottom of a slow cooker. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, garlic, beer, and Worcestershire.
  • Mix chicken broth and tomato paste together in a small bowl and pour into the slow cooker. Sprinkle poultry seasoning and remaining paprika over top.
  • Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and vegetables are softened and flavors have blended, on Low, 7 to 8 hours, or High, about 4 hours. To thicken, combine cornstarch and cold water, mix thoroughly, and stir into the stew 1 hour before serving. Add more salt and pepper as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 564.3 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

IRISH STEW



Irish Stew image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 medium-sized onions, chopped
Oil, for frying
1-ounce butter
1 sprig dried thyme
2 1/2 pounds best end of lamb neck, cut into large pieces
7 carrots, chopped lengthways into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons pearl barley
5 cups Chicken Stock, recipe follows
Salt (recommended: Fleur du Sel)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bouquet garni (parsley, thyme, and bay leaf)
12 medium potatoes
1 bunch parsley, leaves finely chopped
1 bunch chives
Serving suggestion: Herb Butter, recipe follows
Chicken carcass
1 onion
4 cups water
3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
Bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stick butter
1 small bunch parsley, finely chopped
1 small bunch chives, finely chopped
1 sprig thyme

Steps:

  • In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, cook the onions in oil and butter, on medium-high heat until they are translucent. Add the dried thyme and stir. Add the lamb and brown on a high heat to seal in juices. Add carrots, and pearl barley. Pour in the Chicken Stock so that it almost covers the meat and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper, and add Bouquet garni. Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours, being careful not to boil. Place potatoes on top of the stew, cover and cook for 30 minutes until the meat is falling beautifully off the bones and the potatoes are fork tender.
  • Serve the stew in large flat soup bowls, and drizzle Herb Butter over the potatoes or garnish with parsley and chives.
  • Preheat the stockpot. Combine ingredients in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil and simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Then let it cool down and skim off the fat.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan. Add parsley, chives and thyme.

IRISH CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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This is our family's very favorite comfort food.

Provided by CLAIRELLEN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes     Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
3 cups water
1 cup chopped celery
2 onions, quartered
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
5 carrots, sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
4 potatoes, quartered
3 cups baking mix
1 ⅓ cups milk

Steps:

  • In large, heavy pot, combine soup, water, chicken, celery, onion, salt, poultry seasoning, and pepper. Cover and cook over low heat about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add potatoes and carrots; cover and cook another 30 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from pot, shred it, and return to pot. Add peas and cook only 5 minutes longer.
  • Add dumplings. To make dumplings: Mix baking mix and milk until a soft dough forms. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto BOILING stew. Simmer covered for 10 minutes, then uncover and simmer an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.2 calories, Carbohydrate 94.4 g, Cholesterol 58.1 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 2401.8 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

IRISH STOUT CHICKEN



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Make and share this Irish Stout Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 (3 -4 lb) chicken, whole, cut into serving pieces
5 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup stout beer, such as Guinness
1/2 lb fresh button mushroom
3/4 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes or until tender.
  • Remove vegetables with slotted spoon to small bowl.
  • Arrange chicken in single layer in skillet. Cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes per side or until lightly browned.
  • Add onion, garlic, carrots, parsnips, thyme, salt and pepper to skillet.
  • Pour stout over chicken and vegetables. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 35 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and peas to skillet.
  • Cover; cook 10 minutes.
  • Uncover skillet; increase heat to medium. Cook 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly reduced and chicken is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888.4, Fat 58.6, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 255.2, Sodium 760, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 7.2, Protein 67.7

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven or large pot with a heavy bottom. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the stew from burning.
  • Brown the chicken before adding it to the pot. This will help to develop flavor and give the stew a richer color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stew. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to use herbs and spices. These can help to enhance the flavor of the stew.
  • Let the stew simmer for at least 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to develop and the chicken to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Irish chicken stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give Irish chicken stew a try.

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