Description
This hearty and healthy turkey stew features tender turkey breast, apples, and potatoes braised in a savory apple cider broth. It’s a cozy, nourishing one-pot meal perfect for cold-weather comfort without being heavy.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder, gluten-free flour, or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 2 pounds turkey breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, avocado oil, or ghee
- 5 shallots, peeled and halved
- 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 3 cups apple cider
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 bay leaves
- 3 large apples, cored and cubed
- 3 large white potatoes, peeled if desired and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the arrowroot powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Add the cubed turkey and toss to coat evenly.
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the turkey in batches, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add the shallots to the same pot and sauté for a few minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, apple cider, and apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the turkey to the pot and add the apples, potatoes, and bay leaves. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Bake for 1½ hours, or until the turkey and potatoes are tender and the broth has thickened.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- Substitute chicken breast or thighs for turkey if preferred.
- Use a mix of apple cider and broth for a more savory flavor.
- Granny Smith apples add tartness; sweeter varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp bring more natural sweetness.
- For a thinner stew, add more apple cider or broth.
- This stew tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
