Stewed Potatoes
Cozy stewed potatoes simmered in broth with butter and a creamy finish—simple, budget-friendly, and the perfect comfort food side.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 302kcal
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onion, rehydrated in step 1
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1-1/4 teaspoons fine salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Rehydrate the Onion: In a small bowl, combine the dried minced onion with 2 tablespoons warm water. Let sit while prepping the rest.
- Simmer the Potatoes: Add cubed potatoes, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, pepper, rehydrated onion (including the soaking liquid), and butter to a large pot or deep skillet.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer 20–30 minutes, stirring gently every 5–10 minutes.
- Check for Doneness: Potatoes should be very tender, with a few just starting to break down, which naturally thickens the liquid.
- Add Creamy Finish (Optional): Stir in the milk or half-and-half during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Let simmer uncovered, stirring gently, until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Spoon into bowls and top with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 1186mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 329IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg