Hearty Lemon Chicken Stew is a one-pot meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
Sometimes all that’ll do is a one-pot meal. Are you with me?
A convenient, quick, easy and delicious meal.
A meal simple enough for a regular old Thursday, but special enough for guests.
Here you go….
Hearty Lemon Chicken Stew for the win!
To make a mouthwatering dinner for you family has never been so simple, and the ingredients meld together to create a bright and savory experience that is sure to please!
INGREDIENTS:
- Olive oil
- All-purpose flour
- Kosher salt
- Cracked black pepper
- Skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- Carrots
- Celery
- Sweet Onion
- Garlic
- Chicken stock
- Lemon juice
- Orzo
- Celery leaves
COOK’S NOTES:
We’re using chicken thighs, though chicken breast works just as well.
Any small pasta shape will work.
I love the brightness of the celery leaves on top, though fresh parsley would make a nice alternative.
Go to town with the lemon juice! Lemon and chicken are a match made in heaven!
So, not only is Lemon Chicken Stew super satisfying, it is simple to prepare and clean-up’s a breeze!
This recipe’s a keeper!
If you decide to give Hearty Lemon Chicken Stew a whirl – I’d love your feedback and photos! Tag @ciaochowbambina on Instagram, or share to my Pinterest and Facebook page!
MORE TASTY RECIPES USING LEMON & CHICKEN:
Lemon Linguine with Chicken, Swiss Chard & Feta
Chicken Cutlet with Lemon Mayonnaise and Arugula Sandwich
Chicken Breast in Lemon-Herb Sauce with Roasted Swiss Chard
Roasted Chicken Breast with Meyer Lemon
Roasted Chicken with Lemon & Herbs
Buon Appetito!
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Hearty Lemon Chicken Stew
- Category: Dinner
Description
Hearty Lemon Chicken Stew is a one-pot meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Kosher salt
- Cracked black pepper
- 1 1/2 lbs. skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 carrots, sliced (or 4 cups small carrots, chopped)
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 3 sweet onions (2 diced, 1 thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 4 Tbsp. lemon juice, or more
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 Tbsp. chopped celery leaves
Instructions
- In an 8 quart casserole stockpot, heat 3 Tbsp. of olive oil over medium high heat.
- Add flour to a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour, shake off the excess and place half of the chicken in the stockpot but do not overcrowd.
- Cook until golden, about 3 – 5 minutes per side then transfer the chicken to a paper towel lined bowl.
- Brown the remaining chicken in 2 more Tbsp. of olive oil.
- Add to the pot the remaining Tbsp. of olive oil, along with carrots, celery, and diced onion. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until tender.
- Add the sliced onion and garlic and cook for about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally for about 20 minutes.
- Add the orzo and chicken to the pot. Cover and simmer for about 10 – 12 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with celery leaves.
One pot meals are the best, Annie – easy, healthy and delicious. Just what people need on a busy weeknight – or anytime! And happy birthday to your daughter!
Thank you so much, Geraldine!! 🙂
Lemon and chicken are really a match made in heaven! Love that you made this into a super chunky stew. This would definitely make a filling meal the whole family would enjoy!
I couldn’t agree more! Thanks, friend!
Annie, this does look SO hearty and nutritious! I love the fresh flavors – perfect for Springtime!! YUM! Also, happy belated birthday to your daughter <3
Thank you, Haylie!! 🙂 And Lauren thanks you! 😉
This stew looks so lovely. I think it’s a perfect dish for spring because we still need warm dishes, but the lemon adds a brightness that we also need this time of year. Nicely done!
I couldn’t agree more! Thanks, Kathy!! 🙂
Your stew reminds me of a Greek avgolemono that I used to enjoy at a little restaurant in New England.
I love that!! 🙂
This chicken stew looks healthy and delicious. This stew is perfect for the cold weather here in Baguio City. Will definitely try to cook this recipe to beat the cold. Thank you for sharing this one.
If this doesn’t do it, I’m not sure what will! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!!
I’m totally with you on this whole thing. I’ve never had lemon in a stew before. I can’t wait to try it! Plus, I love orzo.
It really brightens up the show! Thanks, Jeff!
Oh, Annie! Delicious 🙂 I am on holidays in Japan at the moment, but guaranteed that I will be making this as soon as I get home 🙂 Lemon and chicken work so well together, and this just looks like a warm hug in a bowl!
Wow! Enjoy your vacation!! Hope to see photos!! 🙂
So much flavor and heartiness in this dish!! I ADORE chicken thighs for meals like this. Plus, lemon!? This looks amazing my friend!! Comfort in a bowl!
Chicken thighs have become my new favorite! So tender and tasty! Thanks, friend!
Um yes. It’s like the avgolemono of my dreams but heartier. Love.
Yes! ‘Tis dreamy!! Thank you, friend!
Nothing better than a one pot meal and this one is definitely one to keep in mind. Love all the flavors!
Dinner’s ready in little time! Thanks, Kevin!
I LOVE hearty, one pot meals like this one Annie! Looks so comforting! And love the added lemon flavor! Hope you have an awesome week!
I think you’ll love this one, too!! Thanks, Mary Ann! 🙂
What a mouthwatering one pot meal! And, as you said, easy enough for a weeknight, special enough for company! I love the play of lemon with all of the savory flavors. It’s the perfect meal as we transition to spring!
I made a double batch, so we’re still enjoying… it’s a nice one for these chilly spring days! Thanks, friend!
Happy birthday mamma and Lucy! (I always wish my Ma a happy birthday on my birthday – afterall, she did all the work!). I am SO craving this right now. Packed with seasonal veggies and that broth… totally mouthwatering! Now I need to dunk a big ole piece of sourdough into it! 😀
Heheheh! That’s right! 😉 Thank you, dear!! And yes, please! I need your sourdough for dippin’!! xo
What a bright bowl of deliciousness! Planning on making, looks incredible and sounds too good not to try:) Pinned!
Ahhh! Yes! Enjoy, my friend! 🙂
This looks like it’s just a hug in a bowl! I LOVE comfort foods all year long and this will be making an appearance in my kitchen soon. So yummy!
Yaaaas! A hug in a bowl! Perfect! Thanks, Kelsie!
I’m with you all the way! This stew is amazing, I agree, lemon and chicken were made for each other. We still have chilly weather here this one pot dish would hit the spot to warm us up 😉 . Pinned! Take care.
Yep – as long as the chilly weather is lingering, this is the perfect meal! Thank you, friend!
Love this stew! Hearty, but with a touch of freshness from the lemon. Perfect for this time of year 🙂
It really is! A nice transition dish. 🙂 Thank you, Jennifer!
One of our favorite combinations. We love the taste of lemon and chicken in a soup. Very light – a springtime dish that is so welcome after the heavy winter dishes. YUM!
It’s definitely light-tasting but still comforting! My favorite kind of dishes! Thank you, Marisa!!
You know I’m with ya! Love how comforting this is and with colder weather coming this evening, it would be perfect. Pinned! Happy birthday to your daughter! Hope she had the BEST day 🙂 Happy Monday, my friend 🙂 XOXO
I knew you’d be a fan!! And unfortunately, it fits our weather, too! Thank you, dear! We had a great weekend celebrating Luc!! XOXO