Description
A warm and hearty stew made with savory chicken sausage, tender vegetables, and a creamy broth, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sliced chicken sausage; cook until browned and fragrant (5-7 minutes).
- Toss in diced carrots, celery, and mushrooms; cook for another 5 minutes until they soften.
- Add chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift the browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat, stir in the heavy cream, and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients based on availability, like turkey sausage or a plant-based alternative. Pair with sourdough bread or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: stew, chicken sausage, comfort food, hearty, family meal