Best 5 Apple Cider Chicken Stew With Parsnips Easy Real Food Recipes

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Feast your senses on the enticing aromas of fall with this hearty and comforting Apple Cider Chicken Stew with Parsnips. This wholesome dish, brimming with autumnal flavors, is a delightful symphony of tender chicken, sweet and tangy apples, earthy parsnips, and a medley of aromatic spices. Each bite promises a burst of warmth and nourishment, making it the perfect antidote to chilly evenings.

But that's not all! This versatile recipe offers an array of variations to suit your preferences. If you're a fan of creamy stews, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for a luscious richness. Craving a touch of smokiness? Incorporate some chopped bacon or pancetta to elevate the flavor profile. For a vegan twist, swap the chicken for hearty chickpeas or lentils, creating a protein-packed and equally satisfying stew.

Whether you're seeking a comforting weeknight meal or a special dish to share with loved ones, this Apple Cider Chicken Stew with Parsnips is sure to delight. With its ease of preparation and customizable variations, it's a recipe that will become a staple in your kitchen.

## Other recipes featured in the article:
* Apple Cider Chicken Stew with Parsnips
* Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Stew
* Instant Pot Apple Cider Chicken Stew
* Vegan Apple Cider Chicken Stew (using chickpeas or lentils)

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHICKEN STEW WITH APPLE



Easy Chicken Stew with Apple image

This stew is surprisingly delightful. It serves 6 people easily and most of the ingredients are probably in your pantry already. So easy and tasty. This recipe just works.

Provided by knitkat

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon caraway seeds
1 cup chopped red onion
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 stalk celery, sliced
4 potatoes, cut into cubes
4 carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 parsnips, sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 Macintosh apples - peeled, cored and chopped
3 cups chicken stock, or more if needed
2 cups apple cider
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook the chicken in the hot oil until it has begun to brown. Add the bay leaves, salt, thyme, black pepper, caraway seeds, red onion, garlic, celery, potatoes, carrots, parsnips, apples, chicken stock, apple cider, and cider vinegar to the pot. There should be enough liquid to just cover the vegetables. If not, add more chicken stock to cover the vegetables.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaves and garnish with the parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.2 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 32.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1210.7 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

APPLE CHICKEN STEW



Apple Chicken Stew image

My husband and I enjoy visiting the apple orchards in nearby Nebraska City. We always make sure to buy extra cider to use in this sensational slow-cooked stew. -Carol Mathias, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 large tart apple, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/4 cups apple cider or juice
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Mix first 4 ingredients. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer vegetables; sprinkle with half the salt mixture., Toss chicken with oil and remaining salt mixture. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken in batches. Add to slow cooker. Top with bay leaf and apple. Add vinegar and cider., Cook, covered, on high 3 to 3-1/2 hours, until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf. Stir before serving. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN STEW WITH CIDER AND PARSNIPS



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Carrots, parsnips and chicken simmer in a sauce of apple cider and chicken broth, making a delicious and homey stew - perfect for a chilly fall evening. Simple boiled potatoes, egg noodles, or rice would be perfect for catching the stew's extra sauce.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons cooking oil
4 chicken thighs
4 chicken drumsticks
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup apple cider
1 1/2 cups canned low sodium chicken broth or 1 1/2 cups homemade stock
1 onion, cut into thin slices
1 lb parsnip, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°F
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Season the chicken thighs and drumsticks with 1/4 teaspoon fo the salt and the pepper. Cook the chicken until browned, turning, about 8 minutes in all. Remove. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the pot.
  • Reduce the heat to moderate and stir the flour. Whisk in the cider and the broth and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the pot to dislodge any browned bits. Add the onion, parsnips, carrots, thyme and the remaining 1/2 teaspoons of the salt. Simmer, partially covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Return the chicken to the pot. Bring the stew back to a simmer, cover, and put in the preheated oven until the chicken is done and the vegetable are tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.6, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 138.1, Sodium 628.5, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 8.2, Protein 34.2

APPLE CIDER CHICKEN



Apple Cider Chicken image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 Vidalia onion, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups apple cider

Steps:

  • Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to pan and sear until golden, about 4 minutes each side. Remove chicken from pan, and set aside. Add remaining butter and onion, apple, garlic, thyme and bay leaves. Saute until apple begins to get color and onions soften, about 6 minutes. Add flour and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Nestle chicken back into pan, add cider, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes.

HOMEMADE APPLE CIDER BEEF STEW



Homemade Apple Cider Beef Stew image

It's especially nice to use this recipe in fall, when the weather gets crisp and Nebraska's apple orchards start selling fresh apple cider. This entree's subtle sweetness is a welcome change from other savory stews. We enjoy it with biscuits and slices of apple and cheddar cheese. -Joyce Glaesemann, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups apple cider or juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 medium onions, cut into wedges
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown beef on all sides in oil over medium-high heat; drain. Add the cider, broth, vinegar, salt, thyme and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours. , Add the potatoes, carrots, celery and onions; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until beef and vegetables are tender. , Combine flour and water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. If desired, serve with fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your stew a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples are all good choices.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is a delicate meat, so it's important to cook it just until it's cooked through. Otherwise, it will become dry and tough.
  • Add the parsnips and carrots towards the end of the cooking time. This will prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Season the stew to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Apple cider chicken stew with parsnips is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a cold night. The apples and parsnips add a sweet and savory flavor to the stew, while the chicken makes it a hearty and filling dish. This stew is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you have a leftover chicken, try making this apple cider chicken stew with parsnips. You won't be disappointed!

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