28 stews (the kind you’ll want leftovers of)
Stews don’t rush, and that’s part of the charm. A handful of simple ingredients turns into something rich and deeply flavorful with just a little patience. With 28 recipes to choose from, you’ll always have a reason to pull out your favorite pot.
Chicken Orzo Stew
Make a hearty bowl of creamy chicken orzo stew in under 30 minutes, all in one pot on the stove. It’s quick, easy, and exactly the kind of cozy meal you’ll want on repeat. Get the Recipe: Chicken Orzo Stew
Creamy Dijon Chicken Stew
Toft and tender chicken in a creamy, tangy mustard sauce with vegetables, barley, and white beans. This rustic, French-style creamy dijon chicken stew is tasty, satisfying, and easy to make! Get the recipe: Creamy Dijon Chicken Stew
Roast Pork Stew
Melt-in-your-mouth tender, this pork stew puts a spin on the classic beef version. Slow-cooked in the oven with rosemary, white wine, and plenty of potatoes and carrots. Get the recipe: Roast Pork Stew
Vegan Beef Stew
What is better than a rich and satisfying vegan beef stew on a chilly day? This one is brimming with aromatics and made with a favourite vegan meat alternative, seitan. Get the recipe: Vegan Beef Stew
Brown Stew Chicken
This Jamaican brown stew chicken hits all the cozy, flavor-packed vibes you didn’t know you needed. Tender, spiced, and perfect over rice, it’s basically a little island escape on your plate. Get the recipe: Brown Stew Chicken
Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
Instant Pot chicken and dumplings is cozy comfort food made easy. It’s warm, hearty, and basically the best excuse to stay in on a chilly night. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
Dutch Oven Beef Stew with Potatoes
This might just be the easiest Dutch oven beef stew recipe ever. It’s a cozy, homemade dish with tender chunks of beef chuck roast, earthy carrots, and creamy potatoes all simmered in a savory broth. Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Beef Stew
Filipino Beef Mechado
Filipino Beef Mechado is a tender beef stew with all the classic veggies cooked in a flavorful, aromatic soy-based sauce. It’s absolutely delicious when served with a side of rice. Get the recipe: Filipino Beef Mechado
Vegetable Korma
This vegetable korma is a creamy, comforting Indian dinner you can make in just 30 minutes. It’s a great choice for a meatless Monday or any night you want a simple vegetarian meal. Get the recipe: Vegetable Korma
Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes
This chicken stew is pure cozy-in-a-bowl energy and somehow still healthy. It’s rich and comforting without any dairy or gluten, so everyone can dig in without thinking twice. Get the recipe: Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes
Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew
One of the simplest yet most satisfying dishes to make is this hearty vegetable beef stew. Packed with tender beef, veggies, barley, herbs, and everyday seasonings, it’s a deliciously warming meal that hits the spot every time. Get the recipe: Vegetable Beef Stew
Beef & Barley Stew
This delicious beef & barley stew consists of stew meat and veggies slowly simmered in beef broth and Guinness until fall apart tender accompanied with nutty barley. It is a perfect hearty and healthy meal for a cold day. Get the recipe: Beef & Barley Stew
Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Instant Pot chicken stew is warm, hearty, and filled with tender chicken and plenty of veggies. It’s a complete meal that’s cozy enough for any night of the week. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Beef Paprikash
This Hungarian-inspired Beef Paprikash is the perfect hearty, flavorful dish to cozy up with during fall and winter. Made with sweet Hungarian paprika, it’s best served over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, then topped with sour cream and fresh dill. Get the recipe: Beef Paprikash
Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon
This Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon gives a modern twist to the classic Julia Child recipe. It’s quick, fuss-free, and delivers all the same amazing flavors. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon
Healthy Pumpkin Stew
This healthy pumpkin chili is a cozy, autumn-approved favorite stew. Packed with wholesome ingredients and big flavors, it’s the kind of comfort your family will gobble up. Get the recipe: Healthy Pumpkin Chili
One Pot Chicken Stew
This one-pot chicken stew is full of herbs, veggies, juicy thighs, and a touch of cream for the perfect cozy meal. It’s simple, comforting, and totally effortless while it simmers away on the stove. Get the recipe: One Pot Chicken Stew
Beef Stew with Red Wine
This beef stew with red wine is a deliciously hearty dish. The red wine infuses a rich flavor that elevates the vegetables and spices, making every bite even more savory. Get the recipe: Beef Stew Recipe with Red Wine
Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Stew
Throw this Southern classic in your Crockpot and thank yourself later. The tender beef and veggies soak up all that rich gravy with just the right kick from the pepperoncini peppers. Slow cooker Mississippi beef stew = ultimate comfort food. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Stew
Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Chili
Slow cooker chipotle chicken chili is cozy, smoky, and full of flavor with tender chicken and rich tomatoes. This dump-and-go recipe makes it easy to enjoy a warm, satisfying bowl. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Chili
Curried Lentil and Potato Stew
This curried lentil and potato stew is cozy, filling, and full of flavor. It just happens to be gluten-free and really good for you. Get the recipe: Curried Lentil and Potato Stew
Guinness and Beef Stew
This Guinness and beef stew is the ultimate comfort food—rich, hearty, and a dinner the whole family will love. The best part? It cooks itself to tender, flavorful perfection in just one pot. Get the recipe: Irish Beef & Guinness Stew
Birria (Mexican Beef Stew)
Get ready for a delicious, crowd-pleasing Mexican stew packed with earthy, and spicy seasonings. The fall-apart meat is cooked low and slow for hours, making every bite melt in your mouth. Get the recipe: Birria (Mexican Beef Stew)
Beef and Barley Stew
If you’re looking for a hearty stew that is both comforting and healthy, you’ve hit the jackpot! This beef and barley stew is made in the slow-cooker for a tender, flavorful, and supremely easy dinner. Get the recipe: Beef and Barley Stew
Three-Bean Chili
Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavourful three-bean chili! Packed with a medley of kidney, black, and pinto beans, this hearty dish is not only a protein powerhouse but also a time-saving hero, ready to grace your table in just 25 minutes. Get the recipe: Three-Bean Chili
Easy Beef Stew with Carrots
This easy beef stew with carrots is hearty, tasty, and incredibly filling. Perfect for those cold nights, it’s the ultimate comforting stew that’s effortless to make and sure to please a crowd. Get the recipe: Easy Beef Stew
German Goulash
German goulash is a hearty beef stew packed with onion, paprika, and caraway seed flavors. This simple yet rich one-pot meal can be served over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or spaetzle to make a comforting dish. Get the recipe: German Goulash
Kokkinisto Simple Greek Beef and Tomato Stew
Kokkinisto is a simple, slowly cooked stew featuring large chunks of beef cooked in a red wine and tomato sauce. This is proper comfort food. Get the recipe: Kokkinisto Simple Greek Beef and Tomato Stew