High Protein Cream Stew

Indulge in the creamy, hearty goodness of this High Protein Cream Stew, a comforting one-pot dish that's both satisfying and nutritious. Packed with tender chunks of chicken breast, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas, and hearty russet potatoes, this stew delivers a protein-rich boost with every spoonful. The rich, velvety broth is infused with fragrant thyme and rosemary, then finished with a swirl of heavy cream for a luxurious texture. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, this recipe comes together in just an hour and serves up six generous portions of wholesome comfort. Optimize your weeknight meals with this deliciously creamy, high-protein stew!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 large russet potatoes, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.

Step 6

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

Return the browned chicken to the pot, and add the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas and heavy cream, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the stew to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2992.5 grams (2992.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2731

Total Fat 128.10g	164%
Saturated Fat 57.70g	289%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 5309mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 179.10g	65%
Dietary Fiber 26.90g	96%
Total Sugars 31.00g
Protein 195.30g	391%

Vitamin D 5IU	25%
Calcium 439mg	34%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 6175mg	131%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 27.0%