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Hearty Skillet Chicken and Wild Mushroom Stew

Name: Hearty Skillet Chicken and Wild Mushroom Stew
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Rustic American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 12 oz assorted wild mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, oyster), cleaned and sliced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional); 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 13, 2026 | Updated Oct 19, 2026

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Hearty Skillet Chicken and Wild Mushroom Stew is a practical PanPotPlates recipe built for dependable weeknight cooking.

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Servings 6

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Rustic American

Ingredients

Servings 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 oz assorted wild mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, oyster), cleaned and sliced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Ingredients for Hearty Skillet Chicken and Wild Mushroom Stew

Instructions

Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5–7 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium and add the chopped onions to the same skillet. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the wild mushrooms, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the dried thyme, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavors.
If using wine, add it to deglaze and reduce by half. Otherwise use a little of the measured chicken broth to loosen the browned bits.
Add the chicken broth and bay leaf, stirring to combine.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, placing them skin-side up and partially submerged in the broth.
Bring the stew to a gentle simmer. Partially cover with a lid and cook for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Check the thickest part of each thigh reaches 165 F (74 C), avoiding the bone, and continue simmering if necessary.
Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the stew before serving.
Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes, if desired.

Hearty Skillet Chicken and Wild Mushroom Stew cooking in the recommended pan or pot

Tips

Pan Or Pot Required

This recipe is a classic one-pan skillet meal designed for simplicity and deep flavor.

Cookware Size Guidance

For this satisfying one-pan chicken and wild mushroom stew recipe serving 6, use a large deep skillet or sauté pan of at least 4 to 5 quarts (4 to 5 liters) .

Cookware Swap Guidance

This hearty skillet chicken and wild mushroom stew is designed as a comforting one-pan skillet meal that delivers browned chicken and tender vegetables.

Leftovers Quality

Reheat gently and add a splash of liquid when needed to keep the texture moist and tender.

Timing note

Allow for preparation, 8-10 minutes chicken browning per batch, the sequential vegetable and deglazing stages, at least 25 minutes simmering and finishing. Sides need separate preparation.

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