This Rosemary Lemon Chicken & Wild Rice Stew is a comforting dish perfect for winter evenings. The bright winter lemon meets deep cozy wild rice, creating a delightful balance of flavors that warms you from the inside out.

The recipe is simple to follow and features wholesome ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a family meal or a cozy dinner.

Hearty Rosemary Lemon Chicken & Wild Rice Stew

This stew combines tender chicken, aromatic rosemary, and nutty wild rice in a savory broth. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and serves 6 people, making it perfect for a gathering or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Sauté Chicken: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
2. Cook Vegetables: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened (about 5 minutes).
3. Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the wild rice, chicken broth, lemon zest, and rosemary. Bring to a boil.
4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
5. Finish Stew: Return the chicken to the pot, add lemon juice, and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 bowls
• Calories: 320kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 35g