Birth Recovery Stew
A nourishing stew prepared with chicken, vegetables, and herbs, simmered to enhance flavors and support recovery.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Thighs (boneless and skinless) | 800 | Grams |
| Carrot (peeled and sliced) | 3 | Count |
| Celery (chopped) | 3 | Stalk |
| Onion (large, chopped) | 1 | Count |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Potato (medium, peeled and diced) | 3 | Count |
| Chicken Broth (low sodium) | 1 | Liter |
| Whole Milk (for creaminess) | 1 | Cup |
| Bay Leaf (dried) | 2 | Count |
| Thyme (fresh) | 1 | Bunch |
| Salt (to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Olive Oil (for sautéing) | 2 | Tbsp |
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced potatoes to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add bay leaves and thyme, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves and thyme stems from the pot.
- Stir in whole milk and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, then serve hot.
Prep
- Thaw chicken thighs if frozen
Kitchen equipment
Large PotWooden SpoonLadle