PRESSURE-COOKER SPRING-THYME CHICKEN STEW

Pressure-Cooker Spring-Thyme Chicken Stew image

During a long winter (and spring), we were in need of something warm, comforting and bright. This stew always reminds me of the days Mom would make her chicken soup for me. -Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound small red potatoes, halved
1 large onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup shredded carrots
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Place potatoes, onion and carrots in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Top with garlic, lemon zest, thyme, salt and pepper. Place chicken over top. Add 1-3/4 cups broth and bay leaves., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 5 minutes. Quick-release pressure. Press cancel. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 170°. , Remove chicken; keep warm. Discard bay leaves. In a small bowl, mix flour and remaining 1/4 cup broth until smooth; stir into pressure cooker. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Return chicken to pressure cooker; heat through. Sprinkle servings with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges