Description
A hearty one-pot stew packed with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and colorful vegetables simmered in a rich, spiced broth with hints of pomegranate molasses and harissa for warmth and depth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¾ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into large chunks
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 10–12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 large carrots, chopped
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 1½ cups peas or green beans
- 2 tablespoons red pepper paste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
- 1 teaspoon harissa
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 8 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken pieces until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions and garlic. Sauté until translucent and fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in carrots, baby potatoes, red pepper paste, tomato paste, and all dry spices. Cook for 2–3 minutes to let the flavors bloom.
- Return chicken to the pot, then add chicken broth, pomegranate molasses, honey, and harissa. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–35 minutes until vegetables are tender and chicken is fully cooked.
- Add peas or green beans and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
- For richer flavor, deglaze the pot with a splash of broth or white wine after searing the chicken.
- Add peas or beans at the end to keep their color and texture.
- This stew tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen overnight.
- Serve with crusty bread, rice, or couscous for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg