Simplest Chicken and Leek Stew
This cozy chicken and leek stew features tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy Dijon mustard sauce. A hearty, flavorful dinner ready in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Poultry Dishes, Stews
- Method: Stovetop, Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: European, British-French Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
½ pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1½ cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
Step 1 – Sauté Vegetables:
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes until softened.
Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook for another 4 minutes until tender.
Transfer leeks and mushrooms to a plate.
Step 2 – Cook Chicken:
Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Lightly dust with flour, shaking off any excess.
Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to skillet. Sear chicken for 2 minutes per side, until golden.
Pour in chicken stock and add chopped thyme. Simmer 1 minute, or until chicken is just cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer chicken to the plate with vegetables.
Step 3 – Reduce Sauce:
Increase heat to medium-high and simmer the stock for 2 minutes, or until reduced by half.
Step 4 – Finish the Stew:
Return chicken, leeks, and mushrooms to the skillet. Simmer over low heat for 1 minute to warm through.
In a small bowl, mix sour cream and Dijon mustard. Stir into the stew.
Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Notes
Thickening Tip: Lightly flouring the chicken helps thicken the stew naturally.
Flavor Boost: Add a splash of white wine during the reduction step for a more complex sauce.
Vegetarian Option: Substitute chicken with cannellini beans and use veggie broth.
Serve With: Crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
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