Chicken Not So Pot Pie

Who doesn't love chicken pot pie? It is creamy, filled with tons of hearty veggies and chicken, and always comes with a super flaky crust on top. While it tastes delicious, it is usually high in fat and calories. This recipe is great because it taste just like chicken pot pie, but without the crust, which means it is much healthier for you and still taste amazing.

Chicken Not So Pot Pie
Serves: 4-6
Adapted by: http://www.prevention.com/food/cook/mark-bittman-gets-fresh?page=3&cm_mmc=Recipe-of-the-Day-_-758806-_-12282011-_-Low-Cal-Chicken-Not-Pie

Ingredients:
2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
1 cup dry white wine OR water (I used a Sauvignon Blanc dry white wine)
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves OR 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
2 to 3 large Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1'' cubes
2 medium carrots, sliced
3/4 teaspoon lite salt
1/2 pound fresh green beans OR asparagus, cut into 1'' pieces (I prefer green beans)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 large lemon)
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped - OPTIONALbut highly recommended

Directions:
-In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Once the pot is heated, add onion and cook for about 5 minutes, making sure to stir frequently. After 5 minutes, add the chicken broth, wine, and thyme. Bring mixture to a boil and add the chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer until meat is cooked. This will take at most about 6 minutes. Remove chicken pieces and keep warm in microwave on a plate.
-To the pot, add the potatoes, carrots, and salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, which should be 15 to 20 minutes.
-Add the green beans and cook for an additional ten minutes. Stir the mixture frequently to prevent scorching/sticking.
-Return chicken to the pot and add lemon juice, peas, and additional salt and pepper to season. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top of the dish just before serving.

Enjoy! :)