GINGERY CHICKEN STEW

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Just 1 1/2 pounds of chicken to serve four people? Yes, because the emphasis is on the winter squash and daikon radish in this stew; unexpected, but substantial. It may seem downright semivegetarian, but the variety of flavors more than makes up for it.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds (4 whole bone-in) chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups chopped daikon radish
1/4 cup minced ginger
2 cups vegetable or chicken stock, or water, more as needed
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 pieces star anise
1 1/2 pounds any winter squash, cut into 1-inch chunks

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. When it's hot, add the chicken, sprinkle with the salt and pepper, and cook, turning the pieces as they release easily from the pan, until they're well browned on both sides, 8 to 12 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot.
  • Add the onion, daikon and ginger to the pot and cook until they begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the stock, soy sauce, lime juice and star anise and bring to a boil, stirring to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the chicken and adjust the heat so the mixture bubbles gently but steadily.
  • Cook the chicken, covered, until very tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in the squash. Simmer, stirring occasionally and adding enough stock to keep it from sticking, until the squash is tender but not mushy, 10 to 15 minutes. If you like, remove the chicken thighs, cut the meat from the bones and return it to the pot. Fish out and discard the star anise. Adjust the seasonings to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 573, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1208 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Im So cute
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This stew is a must-try! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and delicious meal.


Christopher Armah
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and they cooked perfectly in the stew. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were tender and delicious. I served it with rice, and it was a perfe


Keshar Chand
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This stew was delicious! I made it for a party, and everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I would definitely make this stew again.


Jannatul Fardous
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I made this stew for my family, and they all loved it! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and satisfying. I served it with mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect comfort food meal.


Shivashankar Chaudhary
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This stew was a bit too bland for me. I added some extra ginger and garlic, and it was much better. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes mild flavors.


Sleepy eye Jack
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs, and they cooked perfectly in the stew. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were tender and delicious. I served it with rice, and it was a perfec


Shiwa Tharu
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This stew was delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor of the ginger and the tenderness of the chicken. I would definitely make this stew again.


Md Jakaria
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I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out great! I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner was ready when I got home from work. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the broth was flavorful and


Fahad Sheikh
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This stew was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the perfect amount of heat. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Neandre Benson
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the broth is flavorful and rich. I love serving this stew with rice or noodles.


Ssambwe Brendah
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This stew is a must-try for any ginger lover. The ginger flavor is prevalent throughout the dish, but it's not overpowering. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the vegetables are tender and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes, and it was a


Muntazir Hafeez
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This stew was easy to make and turned out amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfect. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the broth was flavorful and rich. I served it with rice, and it was a perfect comfort food meal.


Tory Smith
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I'm not usually a fan of stews, but this one changed my mind. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and delicious meal.


Sherri Jones
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This stew was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and satisfying. I loved the addition of ginger, which gave the stew a nice kick. Will definitely be making this again.