Perfect Chicken Stew Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 4 medium carrots (peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 3 stalks celery stalks (chopped)
• 4 medium gold potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)