Chicken Waterzooi Stew

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Classic Belgian Chicken Waterzooi Stew that you can make at home
in Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 stalks celery , julienned
4 medium carrots , julienned
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 minced shallots
1/4 lb sliced mushrooms
1 large leek , thinly sliced ( white part only )
1 minced garlic clove
fresh thyme ( a few sprigs )
1 tablespoon peppercorn ( preferable rainbow )
12 ounces St. Amand french country ale ( the remainder to be poured into the chef )
3 cups half-and-half
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
489
Sugar
6g
Fat
31g
Chicken Waterzooi Stew is a classic Belgian dish that originated from the city of Ghent. It's a creamy and hearty stew that is made with chicken, vegetables, and a broth that is thickened with egg yolks and cream. However, this recipe uses half-and-half instead of egg yolks to make it slightly healthier. It's a comforting dish that is perfect for colder weather and can be served with crusty bread or over a bed of rice or noodles. If you're looking to impress your family or friends with a classic Belgian dish, give this Chicken Waterzooi Stew a try!

Instructions

1.In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
2.Season the chicken breast halves with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot.
3.Cook the chicken until browned on both sides then remove them from the pot and set aside.
4.In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of butter then sauté the shallots, mushrooms, leek, and garlic until tender.
5.Add the thyme, peppercorns, and french country ale. Let it simmer for 10 minutes until the liquid is reduced by half.
6.Add the celery and carrots to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
7.In a separate pot, heat the half-and-half over low heat, then add it to the pot.
8.Add the chicken back to the pot, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This Chicken Waterzooi Stew is hearty, comforting, and perfect for colder weather.
It’s also a great way to use up vegetables and chicken in your fridge.

The creamy broth is flavorful, thanks to the french country ale and the fresh thyme that are added to the stew.

It’s a one-pot dish that is easy to make and can feed a crowd.

CONS

If you’re not a fan of celery or leeks, you might want to skip this dish.
The broth is also quite rich and creamy, which might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

It’s not the healthiest dish out there, as it’s high in calories and fat.
However, you can make it slightly healthier by using low-fat half-and-half, lean chicken breast, and skipping the butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Chicken Waterzooi Stew contains a good amount of protein thanks to the chicken breast and the half-and-half. The vegetables in the stew also provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals that are essential for our health.
Thyme and garlic are known for their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which might help boost our immune system and fight infections.

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