Creamy Chicken and Corn Stew (Caldo de Pollo y Maíz)

A comforting and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, potatoes, and aromatic herbs in a rich and creamy broth. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy night in.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

585

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.76

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dinner•Soup

Cuisine:

British

Main Ingredient:

Chicken

Mood:

Comfort Food

Ingredients

Servings

1.5lbsChicken thighs(Boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)

£4.50

1mediumYellow onion(Diced)

£0.50

3clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

1.5lbsPotatoes(Peeled and cubed)

£1.00

1cupFrozen corn(Or fresh corn kernels from 2 ears)

£0.60

6cupsChicken broth(Low sodium preferred)

£1.80

0.5cupHeavy cream(Optional, for extra creaminess. Can substitute with milk or half-and-half for a lighter version)

£1.00

1tablespoonFresh thyme(Chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried)

£0.30

1teaspoonFresh rosemary(Chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried)

£0.30

1Bay leaf(Optional)

£0.10

1teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonBlack pepper(Or to taste)

£0.10

1tablespoonOlive oil

£0.20

2tablespoonsFresh cilantro(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.40

Total Cost

£11.05

£2.76 per serving

The Method

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
2
Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Add potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
4
Return the chicken to the pot. Add corn, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf (if using). Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and corn is heated.
5
Stir in heavy cream (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (500g)

585 kcal / 2447 kJ

Carbs

34g

13% of RDA

Fat

30g

43% of RDA

Protein

45g

90% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

6 g

7% of RDA

Sodium

950 mg

41% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a thicker stew, mash a portion of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.

Add other vegetables like carrots, celery, or green beans for extra flavor and nutrients.

If you don't have fresh herbs, use dried herbs instead, but reduce the amount by half.

This stew can be made ahead of time and reheated. The flavors will meld together even more overnight.

Cooking Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Knife

Cutting board

Wine Pairings

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