Description
A cozy, gluten‑free chicken stew where drumsticks and thighs simmer with carrots and parsnips in a subtly sweet and savory apple cider and chicken broth base, finished with thyme and optional raisins.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 4 chicken drumsticks, skin removed
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour
- ¾ cup apple cider
- 1¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ onion, thinly sliced
- 1 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1” pieces
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1” pieces
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, warm the olive oil or butter. Add the chicken drumsticks and thighs, sprinkle with salt, and brown them on all sides—about 5–6 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate.
- Keep about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pot; discard any excess. Stir in the gluten-free flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Whisk in the apple cider and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring frequently so the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the sliced onion, parsnips, carrots, dried thyme, and raisins (if using). Nestle the browned chicken back into the pot.
- Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use all thighs or drumsticks based on preference—adjust cook time as needed.
- Substitute apple cider with apple juice + vinegar if needed.
- Raisins are optional but add warmth and subtle sweetness.
- Thicken sauce with gluten-free flour or cornstarch slurry if desired.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
