Best 8 Spicy Chicken Stew Cooking Light Recipes

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**Spicy Chicken Stew: A Flavorful and Comforting Dish**

Savor the tantalizing flavors of this hearty and delicious spicy chicken stew, a culinary journey that promises to warm your soul and delight your taste buds. Bursting with an array of aromatic spices, succulent chicken, and an assortment of colorful vegetables, this stew is a feast for the senses. From the zesty kick of chili peppers to the comforting embrace of rich tomatoes and tender carrots, each spoonful unveils a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.

**Recipe Variations:**

- **Classic Spicy Chicken Stew:** Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional stew, featuring a combination of tender chicken, diced tomatoes, sweet carrots, and a medley of spices that create a symphony of flavors.

- **Creamy Spicy Chicken Stew:** Indulge in a creamy and comforting variation of this classic stew, where a touch of heavy cream adds a velvety richness to the broth, balancing the spicy heat with a smooth and luscious texture.

- **Loaded Spicy Chicken Stew:** Take your stew to the next level with an array of delicious additions. Crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, sweet corn, and a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese transform this stew into a hearty and satisfying meal that will satisfy even the most discerning palates.

- **Healthy Spicy Chicken Stew:** Enjoy a guilt-free version of this flavorful stew, featuring lean chicken breast, an abundance of fresh vegetables, and a broth made with low-sodium chicken stock. This lighter variation is packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals.

**Cooking Methods:**

- **Stovetop:** Simmer the stew in a large pot over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld and develop. This classic cooking method ensures a rich and flavorful stew that will warm your kitchen with its enticing aroma.

- **Slow Cooker:** Prepare the stew in a slow cooker and let it cook on low heat throughout the day. This hands-off approach results in a tender and fall-off-the-bone chicken stew that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

- **Instant Pot:** Utilize the convenience of an Instant Pot to create a quick and easy version of this spicy chicken stew. With just a few minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a delicious and comforting meal in a fraction of the time.

No matter which recipe or cooking method you choose, this spicy chicken stew is sure to become a favorite comfort food that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER SPICY CHICKEN STEW



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Old El Paso™ salsa provides a flavorful addition to this spicy chicken stew that's made using corn, Progresso™ broth and corn tortillas - perfect for dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 baking potatoes (about 1 1/2 lb), peeled, cut into chunks (3 1/3 cups)
1 box (9 oz) frozen corn, thawed
2 medium carrots, cut into chunks (1 cup)
2 stalks celery, chopped (2/3 cup)
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 1/2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 soft corn tortillas (6 inch), cut into strips
Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix potatoes, corn, carrots, celery, onion and garlic. Stir in salsa, cumin, chili powder and pepper. Place chicken on top of vegetable mixture. Pour broth over ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker to plate. Shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker. Stir tortilla strips into stew. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 49 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg

SPICY CHICKEN STEW



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When you're craving cozy Mexican flavors, try this spicy chicken and chickpea stew. It couldn't be easier to make-just round out the meal with a fresh tossed salad. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with onions, undrained
1 cup lime-garlic salsa
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook chicken and garlic in oil for 5 minutes. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, salsa and cumin. Cover and simmer until chicken is no longer pink, about 15 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Top with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

DAKDORITANG (KOREAN SPICY CHICKEN STEW)



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Dakdoritang is a red spicy braised chicken dish. This recipe shows two ways to cook it - slow cooker and stove top.

Provided by Hyosun

Categories     Main

Number Of Ingredients 16

2.5 to 3 pounds bone-in chicken parts (cut into small pieces (excess fat removed))
10 ounces potatoes (cut into big chunks)
1 medium size carrot (can be omitted) (cut into big chunks)
1/2 large onion (cut into big chunks)
7 to 8 plump garlic cloves
2 - 3 thinly sliced ginger pieces (about 1-inch round)
2 scallions (cut into 2-inch lengths)
1 red chili pepper - optional
2 to 3 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean red chili pepper flakes) (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine (or mirin)
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili pepper paste)
pinch pepper
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Prepare the vegetables by cutting up in big chunks.

LATIN-INSPIRED SPICY CREAM CHICKEN STEW



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My old roommate, who was Latino, gave me this recipe about 8 years ago. Recently I was cleaning out a cookbook and found the recipe tucked away. This is extremely delicious. I don't know what it was called, she just said it was something her mom used to make when she was younger. Depending on how spicy you like it, you omit or ramp up any variety of hot spices you like. This is great served over rice with shredded cheese and sour cream -- or even with corn bread. It is really versatile.

Provided by MSHELLZ2U

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 8h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) jar green salsa
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons ground red chile pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker, and pour tomatoes, green salsa, black beans, pinto beans, and corn over the chicken. Sprinkle taco seasoning, cilantro, ground red chile, and cumin over the mixture, and stir to combine. Cover the cooker, set on Low, and cook until chicken is very tender and the mixture has thickened, 8 to 10 hours.
  • For soup, leave all liquid in the cooker; for a thicker stew, remove some liquid if desired. Mix 1 or 2 tablespoons of liquid with cream cheese in a bowl, stir until smooth, and mix the cream cheese into the cooker to make a creamy sauce. Continue to cook for 15 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1301.8 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

SWEET AND SPICY CHICKEN AND WHITE BEAN STEW



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Make and share this Sweet and Spicy Chicken and White Bean Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Stew

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can other white beans, undrained
3/4 lb boneless chicken breast half, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup light coconut milk
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh lemongrass (about 1 stalk)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add cardamom, cloves, and garlic to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add onion; sauté 8 minutes or until tender. Add chili powder, turmeric, and coriander; cook 30 seconds. Add beans and chicken; stir to coat. Add milk, 1/2 cup water, lemongrass, tomatoes, and potato to pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until potato is tender. Serve with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.9, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 71.5, Sodium 299.9, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 39

SPICY CHICKEN AND PUMPKIN STEW



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Make and share this Spicy Chicken and Pumpkin Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chelseas

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 cups sliced onions
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons curry powder
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups cubed fresh pumpkin or 6 cups other winter squash, peeled
1 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
5 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add half of the chicken and sauté for 8 minutes or until browned. Remove chicken from pot and repeat procedure with 1 teaspoon oil and remaining chicken; set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and next 5 ingredients; sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in pumpkin, water, and coconut milk; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until pumpkin is tender.
  • Return chicken to pan; cook 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cilantro.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.6, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 39.5, Sodium 164.7, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 19.5

SPICY CHICKEN & BEAN STEW



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This hearty, satisfying one-pot is low fat and easy on the washing up

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h35m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1¼ kg chicken thighs and drumsticks (approx. weight, we used a 1.23kg mixed pack)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 red chillies, deseeded and chopped
250g frozen peppers, defrosted
400g can chopped tomatoes
420g can kidney beans in chilli sauce
2 x 400g cans butter beans, drained
400ml hot chicken stock
small bunch coriander, chopped
150ml pot soured cream and crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Pull the skin off the chicken and discard. Heat the oil in a large casserole dish, brown the chicken all over, then remove with a slotted spoon. Tip in the onions, garlic and chillies, then fry for 5 mins until starting to soften and turn golden.
  • Add the peppers, tomatoes, beans and hot stock. Put the chicken back on top, half-cover with a pan lid and cook for 50 mins, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Stir through the coriander and serve with soured cream and crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 2.45 milligram of sodium

SPICY CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO STEW



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With flavors reminiscent of Morocco and Mexico, this easy yet richly-flavored stew contains loads of chicken, vegetables, and some surprising spices! If desired, pass lime wedges to squeeze over individual servings.

Provided by RCKim

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 orange bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 pound cooked chicken breast, cubed
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
1 cup frozen corn
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in sweet potato, bell pepper, chicken, tomatoes, and 2 cups of water. Season with salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Dissolve flour in 2 tablespoons water, and stir in to boiling stew. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, 10 to 20 minutes. Stir the stew occasionally to keep it from sticking.
  • Once the potatoes are done, stir in corn and kidney beans. Cook a few minutes until hot, then stir in cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 876.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken. Shredded chicken, rotisserie chicken, or leftover chicken all work well in this recipe.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or skillet. Just make sure it has a lid.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and chili powder to your taste. If you like it really spicy, add more chili powder. If you prefer a milder stew, use less cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the stew with your favorite sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.

Conclusion:

This spicy chicken stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cold winter night. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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