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Russian Chicken Stew

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Zharkoe is a traditional Russian chicken stew made with tender chicken thighs, hearty potatoes, vegetables, and dill—simmered in a savory broth until rich, comforting, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 3 baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 small colorful bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp dill paste (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
  • 1 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides (4–5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onions, carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  4. Return chicken to the pot. Add diced potatoes, bay leaves, dill, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35–40 minutes until chicken is cooked and potatoes are tender.
  6. Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water. Stir into the stew and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Notes

  • Use boneless thighs for quicker cooking; bone-in for deeper flavor.
  • Fresh dill can be used in place of dill paste for a brighter taste.
  • Great served with crusty bread or a dollop of sour cream.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors deepen.

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