🍽️Stew

Persian-Style Chicken Stew with Carrots & Celery

Name: Persian-Style Chicken Stew with Carrots & Celery
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Stew
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken pieces; 2 large carrots, sliced; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium if preferred); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

"Bring the golden warmth of Iranian hospitality to your table with this vibrant, soul-soothing chicken stew infused with aromatic spices and a bright citrus finish."

Prep:15 min

Cook:45 min

LevelMedium

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● Ingredients

1 kg chicken pieces
2 large carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups chicken broth (low sodium if preferred)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

🌱 Gluten-Free🌱 Dairy-Free🌱 High-Protein🌱 Low-Carb🌱 Clean Eating🌱 Persian-Inspired⚡ Medium

❤️Health88%

😋Taste85%

🥳Joy82%

👨‍🍳Difficulty30/100

📜 The Story

Persian cuisine is celebrated for its 'Khoresh' or slow-simmered stews, which traditionally balance lean proteins with the medicinal warmth of turmeric and the brightness of citrus. This particular version reflects the rustic home-cooking traditions of Iran, utilizing common root vegetables to create a nourishing, everyday meal that symbolizes hospitality.

🧬 Flavor DNA

🍋Sour

4/10

🧂Salty

5/10

🌶️Spicy

2/10

🍯Sweet

3/10

🍄umami

7/10

☕Bitter

1/10

✨ Sensory Profile

"The stew presents a stunning golden broth that releases the earthy, woodsy aroma of cumin and toasted turmeric. Each bite combines the succulent, fall-off-the-bone texture of chicken with the gentle sweetness of softened carrots, finished with a bright, citrusy zing that lingers on the palate."

Chef's Mastery

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The Secret

Bloom the turmeric and cumin in the hot oil for 30 seconds before adding the chicken to fully release their fat-soluble aromatic compounds and intensify the color.

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Avoid This

Adding the lemon juice too early in the simmer can sometimes lead to a slightly bitter undertone; always stir it in at the very end to maintain its vibrant, fresh acidity.

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Storage

Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge; the flavors actually harmonize and deepen when reheated the following day.

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, until soft and lightly golden.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.

Add the chicken pieces and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides.

Season with turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken with the spices.

Add the sliced carrots and celery, stirring for about 2 minutes so they absorb the flavors.

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.

Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.