In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes evoke the warmth and comfort of an Italian chicken stew. This hearty and flavorful dish, known as "pollo in umido" or "spezzatino di pollo," is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Italy. Originating from various regions and passed down through generations, Italian chicken stew showcases the perfect harmony of tender chicken, luscious broth, and an aromatic blend of herbs and spices. Whether you prefer the classic Northern Italian version with juicy chicken pieces simmered in a light broth infused with white wine and sage, or the Southern Italian rendition that features succulent chicken in a vibrant red sauce with tomatoes, peppers, and olives, there's an Italian chicken stew recipe for every palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ITALIAN CHICKEN STEW
"My husband enjoys preparing this satisfying stew because it's so easy to make," relates Jo Calizzi, Vandergrift, Pennsylvania. "With warm Italian bread, it's a winner on a cold day."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the chicken, potatoes, red pepper and garlic in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 995mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN CHICKEN STEW
I started w/ Giada De Laurentis' (Everyday Italian Food Network) recipe and tweaked it to my own tastes (ie: I added the wine and garlic, changed the fresh basil to dried, only because I didn't have any on hand-I'm sure fresh is better, I used fire roasted tomatoes instead of plain, and I changed the kidney beans to cannellini beans). We had some crusty roasted garlic bread with this.
Provided by sweetomato
Categories Stew
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy 5 1/2 quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the celery, carrot, and onion. Saute the vegetables until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, and the salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth, wine, basil, tomato paste, bay leaf, and thyme. Add the chicken breasts; press to submerge.
- Bring the cooking liquid to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer gently uncovered until the chicken is almost cooked through, turning the chicken breasts over and stirringthe mixture occasionally, about 30 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the chicken breast to a work surface or large plate and cool for 5 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Add the cannellini beans to the pot and simmer until the liquid has reduced into a stew consistency, about 10 minutes.
- Discard the skin and bones from the chicken breasts. Shred or cut the chicken into bite size pieces. Return the chicken meat to the stew. Bring the stew just to a simmer. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Ladle into serving bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.6, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 900.5, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 8.3, Protein 24.8
ITALIAN CHICKEN AND BEAN STEW
Bring together chicken thighs, cannellini beans, tomatoes and oregano in this rustic Italian stew.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, skin side down, and cook, until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the onion, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the onions are soft, about 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste and stir until it coats the onions and is a shade darker, about 1 minute. Pour in the wine and scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the skillet. Add the broth, beans, tomatoes and oregano and bring to a boil. Nestle the chicken in the skillet along with any juices from the plate. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken thighs to a platter. Stir the cheese into the bean mixture and season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh oregano if using. Serve with the chicken and extra parmesan cheese for topping.
CHICKEN STEW
For an easy one-pot meal, serve Giada De Laurentiis' hearty Chicken Stew recipe with crusty bread, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy 5 1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the celery, carrot, and onion. Saute the vegetables until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth, basil, tomato paste, bay leaf, and thyme. Add the chicken breasts; press to submerge.
- Bring the cooking liquid to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer gently uncovered until the chicken is almost cooked through, turning the chicken breasts over and stirring the mixture occasionally, about 25 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the chicken breasts to a work surface and cool for 5 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Add the kidney beans to the pot and simmer until the liquid has reduced into a stew consistency, about 10 minutes.
- Discard the skin and bones from the chicken breasts. Shred or cut the chicken into bite- size pieces. Return the chicken meat to the stew. Bring the stew just to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Ladle the stew into serving bowls and serve with the bread.
- Serving suggestion: crusty bread.
SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN CHICKEN STEW
Looking for a slow cooked dinner? Then check out this hearty chicken stew made with kidney beans and Progresso® cannellini beans. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 3 1/2 to 4-quart Crock-Pot® slow cooker, combine chicken, cannellini beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, celery, carrots and garlic; mix well.
- In medium bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken and vegetables; mix well.
- Cover; cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours or on high setting for 5 to 6 hours or until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 3/4 Cups, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 9 g
GIADA'S CHICKEN SPEZZATINO (STEW)
This Italian stew makes a great, filling, healthy supper. Serve with biscuits to dip in. Adapted from Everyday Italian by Giada De Laurentiis.
Provided by Karamia
Categories Stew
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Saute celery, carrots and onion in a large saucepan/stockpot in oil over medium heat until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper, tomatoes, broth, basil, tomato paste, bay leaf, and thyme.
- Add chicken breasts with ribs and press them down to submerge under the liquid and bring liquid to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and gently simmer the chicken, turning them over often for about 20 minutes, or until chicken breasts are almost cooked through.
- Add kidney beans and simmer for 10 more minutes, or until chicken is cooked all the way through.
- Take chicken out of saucepan and let cool 5 minutes, then cut chicken into bite-size pieces and discard bones and skin.
- Discard bay leaf and put chicken pieces back into stew and bring back to a simmer, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with biscuits for dunking and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.9, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 1036.1, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 7.1, Protein 24.4
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks.
- Brown the chicken in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides. This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your stew, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and zucchini. You can also add other vegetables that you like, such as green beans, peas, or corn.
- Season the stew with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning. You can also add other herbs and spices that you like, such as rosemary, thyme, or oregano.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve the stew over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Italian chicken stew is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.
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