Comments on: Our Family’s Chicken Stew Recipe

By: Kylee Reece

Kylee Reece — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:30:36 +0000

I added the 2 tsp of pepper your mama suggested but mine came out mighty spicy and I am not sure if I did something wrong somewhere? Or maybe its supposed to have a little kick to it? I love your website, I check yours and mommy’s kitchen everyday! wonderful blogs from wonderful ladies!

By: Daphne

Daphne — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:08:32 +0000

Thanks so much I’ll be making it this weekend.

By: Christy Jordan

Christy Jordan — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:44:34 +0000

Hey Daphne!
Looks like I need to modify this post, huh? lol I posted Mama’s original recipe and then did it how I do, which is a lot more streamlined.
Cook your potatoes like I did and then take out a cup of them and mash them. This adds body to the stew. You can also skip this step and add a few tablespoons of instant potato flakes to get the same result.
don’t worry about cooking the potatoes too long, they hold up really well. I’ve cooked them for hours at a time before!
sorry to confuse you. Two generations were at play in this recipe!

Thank you!
Gratefully,
Christy

By: Daphne Brown

Daphne Brown — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:15:49 +0000

“Simmer potatoes in 1 cup of broth in covered saucepan until done, do not drain. Mash potatoes slightly, keeping them lumpy. Add corn, onions, tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper to broth. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add potatoes and chicken and simmer slowly with lid off for at least 45 minutes.”

I’m confused….do I cook the potatoes in 1 cup of broth? Or, like in the photos, do I take out 1 cup of potatoes and mash them? What about the potatoes in the last step that are added with the chicken? I’m assuming that leaving in the potatoes too long would make them too soft.

By: Sheila

Sheila — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:16:15 +0000

I am cooking this right now and it smells great. We will be eating this for supper the next couple of nights. Thought I would make it in advance. I added butterbeans,extra tomatoes and extra corn. Hope it turns out alright.

By: Jenn Morris

Jenn Morris — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:11:58 +0000

I made this for my family when they came visit and everyone really enjoyed it. Thanks so much for sharing!

By: Roger

Roger — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:34:37 +0000

Hello
I just wanted to say this recipe makes the best chicken stew ,I have eaten. I looked for months to find a recipe that I liked. I eat stew lots more often now, thanks to you.

By: Cathy D

Cathy D — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:06:05 +0000

Christy, I love the “freezes well” category! I’ve never been a “make ahead & freeze” kinda gal but I’ve always thought it would be so great to have homemade meals already prepared in our freezer! In fact, I’ve been on myself to go back to your post where you spent a day preparing and freezing food so I can try that as well! This stew DOES look yummy! Maybe this will be my first “freezer meal”… or maybe the chili… or maybe … oh so many recipes here I want to try!! LOL

By: Marcy

Marcy — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:33:32 +0000

Just had my first bowl…totally awesome!! This recipe made a kajillion servings.. we will be freezing some for more rainy days.. thanks!

By: Christine

Christine — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:47:18 +0000

Hi Christy!
I am new to your website. I saw the link on Southern Savers, and had to check it out. I made your chicken stew yesterday, and I do believe it is THE best stew or soup I have ever had! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe. I look forward to trying some more of your recipes. You should compile these in a cookbook…I would buy one!
Thanks again…