Creamy Homemade Chicken Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Chicken Breast: 500 grams (approximately 1 pound)
2. Cream of Chicken Soup: 1 can (32 oz.)
3. Milk or Heavy Cream: 2 cups
4. Carrots: 2 medium, peeled and chopped
5. Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
6. Onion: 1 large, chopped
7. Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
8. All-Purpose Flour: 1/4 cup
9. Salt and Pepper: to taste
10. Fresh Parsley or Thyme: for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, boil chicken breast in water until fully cooked. Remove from pot and shred into pieces. Set aside.
2. In the same pot, add chopped carrots, celery, and onions and cook until tender.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute or two until fragrant.
4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine. This will help create a creamy base for the stew.
5. Pour in the can of Cream of Chicken Soup and stir until well mixed.
6. Add milk or heavy cream and bring the stew to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
7. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the stew reaches your desired thickness and flavor.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve hot.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on milk/cream used)
• Fat: 20-30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25-35 grams
• Protein: 25-35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich texture due to the combination of cream of chicken soup and milk/heavy cream.
• Full of flavor from the combination of vegetables and chicken.
• Comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for colder weather or as a special occasion meal.

User Comments:

1. "This stew was so creamy and delicious! The combination of vegetables and chicken was perfect."
2. "I loved the rich flavor of this stew. It was very comforting on a cold day."
3. "This was a great dish to make for a family gathering. Everyone loved the creamy texture and flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use full-fat milk or heavy cream for the best creamy texture in the stew.
• Adjust seasoning to taste, as everyone's preference may vary.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the chicken breast and increase the amount of vegetables.