Hearty Homestyle Chicken and Tomato Hotpot with Herb-Infused Broth

This comforting hotpot delivers rich, warming flavors ideal for those cozy evenings at home or a communal feast with loved ones. The herb-infused broth enriches tender pieces of chicken, soft potatoes, and tomatoes, creating a nutritious and satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.

### Ingredients:

For the Broth:- 4 cups chicken stock- 1 bay leaf- 2 sprigs fresh thyme- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary- 3 garlic cloves, minced- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Hotpot:- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces- 2 tbsp olive oil- 1 large onion, finely chopped- 2 cups potatoes, diced- 3 large tomatoes, chopped- 1 cup carrots, sliced- 1 cup celery, chopped- 2 tbsp tomato paste- 1 cup heavy cream- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

### Instructions:

1. Prepare the broth:- In a large pot, combine chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes. Strain the broth to remove the herbs and set aside.

2. Cook the chicken:- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they’re golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté the vegetables:- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.- Add the diced potatoes and chopped tomatoes, and cook until they begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Combine ingredients:- Return the browned chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the sautéed vegetables.- Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.- Gently pour in the herb-infused chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Simmer:- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the potatoes to become tender.

6. Add cream:- Stir in the heavy cream, and let the hotpot simmer for an additional 10 minutes to thicken slightly.

7. Serve:- Ladle the hotpot into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.- Serve hot alongside crusty bread for a complete and hearty meal.

Enjoy the warm, homestyle goodness of this flavorful chicken and tomato hotpot!