Zesty Creamy Chicken Stew Delight
This Zesty Creamy Chicken Stew Delight is the perfect blend of rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, made effortless with the help of your slow cooker. Using frozen chicken, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a hearty dish that packs a punch. The creamy texture from the reduced-fat cream cheese combined with the tangy salsa verde and vibrant veggies makes for a comforting meal that's both nutritious and satisfying. Versatile enough to accommodate your family's preferences, you can easily swap out beans or vegetables to personalize the stew. Serve it over fluffy rice or wrapped in warm flour tortillas for the ultimate culinary experience that the whole family will love.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Frozen skinless chicken breasts
5 (Frozen)
Frozen chicken tenders
20 (Frozen)
Salsa verde
16 ounces (Jarred)
Black beans
18 ounces (Canned, drained and rinsed)
Frozen sweet corn
1 cup (Frozen)
Diced tomatoes
14 ounces (Canned)
Ground cumin
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Reduced-fat cream cheese
3 ounces (Package)
Instructions
1
Begin by placing the frozen chicken breasts or tenders at the bottom of your slow cooker.
2
Add the salsa verde, black beans, frozen sweet corn, diced tomatoes, and ground cumin on top of the chicken.
3
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on high for 4 to 5 hours. If you're using fresh or thawed chicken, reduce the cooking time accordingly.
4
Once the chicken is fully cooked, carefully remove approximately half of the liquid from the slow cooker if you prefer a thicker stew; otherwise, leave all the liquid for a soupy consistency.
5
Now, add the reduced-fat cream cheese to the mixture. Switch the slow cooker to the warm setting and allow it to cook for an additional 30 minutes.
6
After 30 minutes, stir the stew to fully incorporate the cream cheese and create a creamy texture.
7
Serve the delicious stew over rice or in warm flour tortillas for added flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Creamy Chicken Stew Delight?
It is a hearty slow cooker dish that blends rich flavors with chicken, salsa verde, and vegetables for a comforting meal.
What is the primary cooking method for this recipe?
The recipe is designed to be made effortlessly using a slow cooker.
Can I use frozen chicken for this stew?
Yes, the recipe specifically uses frozen chicken breasts or tenders.
How long does the chicken cook on high?
The chicken should cook on high for 4 to 5 hours in the slow cooker.
Can I use fresh or thawed chicken instead?
Yes, but you should reduce the cooking time accordingly if the chicken is not frozen.
How do I achieve a thicker stew consistency?
To make the stew thicker, carefully remove approximately half of the liquid from the slow cooker before adding the cream cheese.
How can I make the stew more soupy?
If you prefer a soupy consistency, leave all the liquid in the slow cooker instead of draining any.
When should the cream cheese be added?
Add the cream cheese after the initial 4 to 5 hours of cooking once the chicken is done.
What type of cream cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 3 ounces of reduced-fat cream cheese.
How do I incorporate the cream cheese into the stew?
After adding the cream cheese, switch the slow cooker to the warm setting for 30 minutes, then stir to fully incorporate it.
What kind of salsa is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 16 ounces of jarred salsa verde.
What type of beans are included?
The recipe uses 18 ounces of canned black beans.
How should the black beans be prepared?
The black beans should be drained and rinsed before being added to the slow cooker.
Is corn included in this stew?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 cup of frozen sweet corn.
What kind of tomatoes are used?
The recipe calls for 14 ounces of canned diced tomatoes.
What spice is used to season the stew?
One teaspoon of ground cumin is used for seasoning.
How many chicken breasts are needed if not using tenders?
The recipe suggests using 5 frozen skinless chicken breasts.
How many chicken tenders are needed if not using breasts?
The recipe suggests using 20 frozen chicken tenders.
How should the stew be served?
You can serve it over fluffy rice or wrapped in warm flour tortillas.
Can I customize the vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, you can easily swap out beans or vegetables to personalize the stew to your preference.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is a satisfying and nutritious meal that the whole family will love.
What is the texture of the final dish?
The stew has a creamy texture thanks to the addition of reduced-fat cream cheese.
Does this recipe use pantry staples?
Yes, it transforms simple pantry staples like canned beans and jarred salsa into a hearty meal.
What is the flavor profile of the stew?
The stew is described as zesty and tangy due to the salsa verde, with a rich and creamy finish.
Can I cook this on the warm setting?
The warm setting is used specifically for the final 30 minutes to melt the cream cheese after the main cooking is done.
What size is the salsa verde jar?
The recipe requires a 16-ounce jar of salsa verde.
What size is the can of diced tomatoes?
A 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes is required.
What size is the can of black beans?
The recipe uses an 18-ounce can of black beans.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it uses wholesome ingredients like chicken, beans, and vegetables, and includes reduced-fat cream cheese.
Can I use different types of beans?
Yes, the recipe is versatile enough to accommodate bean swaps based on your family's preferences.