EASY One-Pot CHICKEN STEW - COMFORT Food at Its BEST!

This Easy One-Pot Chicken Stew is a rich, comforting dish with deep layers of flavour. The chicken is seared for a robust taste and then simmered in a savoury broth infused with aromatic thyme, bay leaf, and smoked paprika. A mix of potatoes creates a perfect balance of texture, while carrots, corn, and peas add sweetness and colour. Finished with a touch of cream (or coconut milk) and a squeeze of lime, this stew is hearty and refreshing. It's flavourful, nourishing, and easy to customise, perfect for cosy meals.
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Ingredients:
900g - 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks (or chicken breast)
1 tablespoon olive oil - Oil of choice - I used coconut
1 large white onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
1 bay leaf
1 sprig thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
2 cups 240 ml chicken broth
1 cup water
Potatoes, peeled and diced I used new potatoes
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 ears fresh corn, cut into thirds. I used baby corn
1 cup frozen peas
½ cup spinach leaves (optional, for freshness)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
½ cup 120ml heavy cream (or ¼ cup heavy cream + ¼ cup coconut milk for balance)
Juice of 1 lime (plus extra wedges for serving)
Salt and black pepper to taste
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[@DutchJoan]

Once you started to talk I went into the kitchen, chopping my veggies. Chicken is in the pan and I'm taking a moment to comment 😃👍🏻♥️

[@BackyardChef]

Lovely! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lilliankeane5731]

Good for you lady! I hope you were satisfied with you result. ♥️🙌🏼.

[@DutchJoan]

​@@lilliankeane5731 Yes I was, thank you. And there's enough for a couple of days in my small household. I was sold when I saw the baby corn in the ingredients list. Instead of heavy cream I used santen with water, because that's what I had. That's a bit stronger of a coconut taste, but I was positively surprised how well potato, coconut and smoked paprika go together in this stew.

[@ludinludin7011]

Super nice 👌 👍 recipe ❤

[@BackyardChef]

Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You

[@Damsonette]

Winner, winner, chicken dinner. Fabulous. Thank you Rik. 😊

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@georgekostaras]

Here in Canada it’s snowing like crazy so this kind of video warms the soul

[@BackyardChef]

Stay warm! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@bucko321]

I cooked this chicken dinner winner today, everything works, the baby sweetcorn really goes well with the meat for me.

[@BackyardChef]

You're welcome, hope you enjoy it! Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You.

[@sgtmark8844]

Just got back from the store with some chicken so I going to whip this up for dinner tonight. Cheers mate

[@BackyardChef]

You're welcome, hope you enjoy it, mate! Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You.

[@sugarynugs]

😋 Looks great

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Appreciated. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@em-rg3xf]

Yum. This would be delicious, and I'd be thinking of saving some and bringing in a bowl for lunch at work. Would it microwave OK??? Not as good a fresh, but you wouldn't believe how bad the canteen at my work place is.

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Yes indeed! Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You

[@kimlee1416]

Looks delicious.

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[@dereksmallsuk]

Another well explained food video. Top class.

[@BackyardChef]

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[@esthersnyman1238]

Love yr food Rick. Thanks. I often maken chicken stew..... like the way you make it.

[@BackyardChef]

Hope you enjoy. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@michaelamann3060]

Great recipe, I didn't expect the lime 🍋‍🟩 👍🏻

[@BackyardChef]

Worth it adds a freshness. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@htuckey]

YUMMO! That looks great, Rik, you've nailed it again! Your "That lid doesn't fit," comment made me chuckle. I'll occasionally stop in at the neighborhood thrift store, and one of the things I look for there is glass pot lids. You can often find them in various sizes, and they're great for covering frying pans that normally come sans lids! I use those quite often, and they can really make a difference in your kitchen!

[@BackyardChef]

Ha ha ha I do the same. This wok is just too big. I'm not the look out again. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@darryldraper9708]

Super Chicken Stew for supper! All my favorite ingredients. Thank you, Rik, another winner. I like the lime touch to brighten it up.

[@BackyardChef]

Glad you liked it. Thanks, Rik

[@samanthafox2664]

OH YES PLEASE! An amazing twist on a classic and one I can't wait to try out. Cheers Rik x

[@BackyardChef]

Its a nice one! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@caroleyoung1868]

Thanks Rik another fabulous stew!

[@BackyardChef]

Hope you enjoy. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@sheilaalexander7324]

I just made this recipe. Another 5 star recipe from you. My husband and I loved it! Thank you so much!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You, I'm so glad you both enjoyed it! Best, Rik

[@davidmurphy816]

Hi Rik, love this twist on a traditional British chicken casserole, the East meets West flavour combinations sound absolutely delicious 😋, definitely another one I’ll be making in the near future. So simple & quick to make a delicious stew, without hours & hours of cooking, & big bonus is another one pot wonder to save on the washing up!🧼 You’re certainly creating a dilemma in my household, so many delicious recipes to try & just one gob to eat them!😆 Thanks as always for sharing 🙏, take care & hope you’re having a great weekend. xx 👨‍🍳👍👌🍲😋💖

[@BackyardChef]

Ha ha ha, you got this, mate - At least you understand the flavour combo. Cheers, as always. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@angelabruce8754]

Will definitely have to give the chicken stew a go

[@BackyardChef]

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[@DameTremonti]

Lovely stuff. All the best matey.

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[@lynnrushton7458]

👌😋 yummy…..thanks again Rik!

[@BackyardChef]

My pleasure!! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lablackzed]

🍻🍻Love chicken stew 👍👍Another recipe for my video library of your recipes👍

[@BackyardChef]

Awesome! Thank you! Best, Rik

[@naliniganguly649]

Coconut milk comes to mind to complement the coconut oil in which you cooked .Fantastic recipe with so many possibilities. Thank you Chef.

[@BackyardChef]

In the description. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@susan_elizabeth]

You had me at cumin! My favorite spice! I just love a hearty stew! Our winters are so cold and so long, we need dishes that "stick to your ribs". 😀 Thanks, Rik! I'm adding this stew to the rotation!

[@BackyardChef]

Glad you liked it. Best, Rik

[@PAM-ud9lv]

Omg Rik I wish I lived with you. Everyday would be a beautiful meal. Wow your wife is so lucky. Love the flavours except celery. Will be giving this a go. Made the hoisin burgers with Thai salad last night. Bloody amazing lol. My husband even liked them. Big win. Wow the burgers were so juicy. Thanks Rik once again. ❤🇦🇺

[@BackyardChef]

Appreciated! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@Procedentesinvictoria]

Another wonderful and delicious recipe! Made it for my mom and dad tonight and they loved it! Thanks for the recipe and instructions!

[@BackyardChef]

Thanks for sharing, appreciated. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@wurlitzer895]

It looks beyond delish, Rik. My list of 'to try' recipes just continues to grow!. Only change I would make is to add my fave - mushrooms!!! Thanks for another winner!! All the best. Pete A :) :) :)

[@BackyardChef]

Great idea! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@GaryJackson-q6l]

Another amazing dish, have not tried it yet but can assure you, I'm gonna! well done Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

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I really admire your ring.....not to mention all your great recipes. Is the ring available to buy?

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. I had it made for me - Gold and turquoise. Best, Rik

[@barbarasuchy654]

I bet that smells wonderful while cooking!😋

[@BackyardChef]

It certainly does! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@barbarasuchy654]

@BackyardChef Hey! When you're good. .you're good ❣️

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@@barbarasuchy654 Thank You. Best, Rik

[@jonrettich-ff4gj]

Thyme marches on. Another relatively simple culinary delight. I seem to have very much the same herb and spice profile as you have

[@BackyardChef]

Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You

[@IamJaneS]

That looks absolutely sensational! Going to pull some chicken thighs from the freezer right now.

[@BackyardChef]

Hope you enjoy. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@MS-lh3oh]

Reminds me of my Grandma's cooking. She made chicken stew often. We were at her home often and boy do I mis my grandmas and grandpas. She also made a delicious chicken pot pie out of most of your ingredients. She was the main cook at church, she mostly made the main dish at our fellowship dinners and there's not many cooks better than a bunch of church ladies. Never had to wait for some special occasion such as a wedding or funeral to enjoy their great delicious food. Anyway just keep those fantastic recipes of yours coming. Going to binge cook for a month or so of your recipes, sure my family will enjoy them. Love watching you , and many thanks. Waiting with anticipation what you will present to us next.

[@BackyardChef]

Thanks for sharing, I loved reading. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@sophiarevel6952]

Thank you for sharing. ❤ It looks really tasty. ❤

[@BackyardChef]

Yes indeed! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@DennisNowland]

Looks smashing I'll give that a whirl

[@BackyardChef]

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[@roger5159]

Lovely and comforting. 😊

[@BackyardChef]

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[@stevepiccoli3652]

Great job again chef as always!... Beautiful recipes!.... Sample ingredients... Complexity of flavor!

[@BackyardChef]

Cheers! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@MooMoo-fw3kh]

This recipe is great Rik! since my husband is vegetarian I just won't give him the chicken at the end and he can have the stew with a handful of garbanzos thrown in for protein. thanks again

[@BackyardChef]

Thanks for sharing, appreciated! It's always good to adapt recipes to make them work for everyone. Best, Rik

[@gailcullinan]

Love it. Such a hearty satisfying meal

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@esampson2369]

Simple and nutritious. Thank you.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@PrenJones27]

Perfect time of year to try a new stew. It's cold outside and the wind is howling. My cabin is warm but it's missing this stew! I might have to work on fixing the problem! Mae'n edrych yn flasus!

[@BackyardChef]

Sounds like a good problem to fix. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@anthonymoody987]

Fantastic

[@BackyardChef]

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[@francescaturner8361]

Thanks for a great idea as ever. Just a thought - is it worth putting salt and pepper in the marinade mix?

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@bonnieobrien1478]

Man! That’s what I’m talkin about 👍🏻👍🏻😋😋 There’s nothin like a good stew looks wonderful yummy in my tummy

[@BackyardChef]

You got this! Cheers. Best, Rik

[@joaniemarjoriemarriott342]

Great inspiration recipe with oodles of flexibility for choice of ingredients. My regular meat order includes a 10 kilogram box of fresh skin on bone in chicken thighs, thus I am always looking for interesting options. I apportion the meat order into meal sized amounts and freeze the majority but I keep some fresh to use in a couple of days time. I order about once a month to take advantage of free delivery with bulk orders.

[@BackyardChef]

Sounds like a great way to get the most out of your ingredients. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@sharonwilliams2757]

CHEF RIK MY FAMILY LOVES STEW FOOD❤ THANK YOU FOR YOUR AWESOME TUTORIAL AS ALWAYS 👌 LOOKS FABULOUS, 😋🥔🌽🫛🥕🧄🧅🍗 ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BackyardChef]

You got this! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@philomenahearn1717]

I think this would work well with Salmon fillets too.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@esthersnyman1238]

I jave never added lime juice... going to try it next time

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@johnbaldwin143]

Still here mate and this is my dinner!

[@BackyardChef]

Nice one! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@weenedonpetrol]

You’ve done it again - definitely a dish for me to show Millie. Thanks, Andrew 👍

[@BackyardChef]

Hope you both enjoy. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@jennyt966]

Delicious. I love stews. This one looks amazing. Thanks, Rik.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lilliankeane5731]

That looks very tasty Rik, full of flavoursome goodness . Yum! Thank you for your lovely recipes.! ♥️🙌🏼.

[@BackyardChef]

You’re very welcome! Best, Rik

[@audreycasassa1683]

Looks so good!!!

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@johnnyblaze6364]

Would I be able to use almond milk instead of cream? Thanks in advance 😊

[@BackyardChef]

Yes you can! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@eveadams7785]

🤗💯

[@BackyardChef]

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[@troy4312]

dinners sorted

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@kirsiselei8703]

This will be my tomorrows dinner🤤😍 Looks really goid, thx for the recipe🌹💕

[@BackyardChef]

You are very welcome. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@danburrett5480]

Thank you Rik another gorgeous meal😊

[@BackyardChef]

You are so welcome. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@pauline3379]

Ooh looks really good, yum 😋

[@BackyardChef]

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[@helenmacias9769]

That looks delicious yum

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@andysmith819]

What a great looking bowl full of flavours 😀

[@BackyardChef]

Agreed! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@chucky2316]

Id swap it out with pork rik. Banging dish though

[@BackyardChef]

Nice swap. Thank You. Best, Rik

[@chucky2316]

​@@BackyardChefjust prefer pork. Chicken is common now in the britain and it's in everything I have seen these poultry farms they are filthy. It's put me off run of the mill chicken in the uk. Thank god we still have farm shops 🙏. Pay more but at least you know where and who has been handling youre meat.

[@davegillespie3948]

I've just made this.... delicious 😋

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@AverageHomeCook07]

Easy meals are nice to have!

[@BackyardChef]

Agreed! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@YoungGirlz8463]

😘👌

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@debbiegradowski9885]

Oh please can you show us the English version you spoke of?

[@BackyardChef]

Here you go - an old video kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYW1gaicZZZ6nc0 Thank You. Best, Rik

[@KenPlumley]

Another good meal

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@joycegemmill8557]

I never made chicken stew before I will now. Thank you!

[@BackyardChef]

You are very welcome! Enjoy! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@ef7480]

Worse thing you can do is watch this at 2am when you are hungry and craving for some delicious grub... If only I had a pan big enough with a lid...

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@sylviarobertson9937]

Yummy 😋

[@BackyardChef]

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[@macmaac7148]

Big fat stew, love it.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lesleygilbert1945]

I love a stew - I cook one most Sundays with chicken or mince and enough left over for the next day nom nom 😁

[@BackyardChef]

Lovely! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@MikeWhite-n2d]

Damb, now I HUNGRY.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lilidoucet]

You would get beautiful color if you did not crowd your pan.... leave some room between each piece. Love your video, thank you.

[@BackyardChef]

04:15 "I'm going to crowd the pan" Colour is good enough Thanks for sharing. ❤ Appreciated. Thank You

[@jimmyniland9721]

When you buy a new packet of smoked paprika, before you commit to putting some in whatever you’re cooking try a bit on your finger to make sure that it’s not acrid. Depending on which brand or batch you buy, it can be acrid and then it will ruin your food. If it’s not acrid then a little bit adds a lovely flavour to food e.g., baked beans or chicken.

[@BackyardChef]

Thank You. Best, Rik

[@LittleOwl2034]

I can’t use coconut oil simply because it solidifies in the bottle and it’s a nuisance to have to keep thawing it in a pan of boiling water. My favourite oil is avocado.

[@BackyardChef]

Lovely! Thank You. Best, Rik

[@sandybell7107]

Hi. There are some in jars😅 Enjoy, whichever way you cook😊

[@stureekie4638]

Why are you using gloves? I was looking at some older videos and you were not in gloves. At the start of this one, you said "at the moment" ... ?

[@BackyardChef]

Clean hands -Thank You. Best, Rik

[@lablackzed]

So his hands don't get stained by the spices.

[@BackyardChef]

@@lablackzed Thank You. Best, Rik

[@rebeccamarshall2568]

Also don't want to handle raw chicken with bare hands. Salmonella you know

[@stureekie4638]

It's okay. I just wondered! 😧