Chicken Stew

8 pieces chicken (breasts or legs)
1 C water
2 cloves small garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp parsley, chopped
1/4 C celery, finely chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled, chopped
2 small carrots, chopped
2 bay leaves

Colorful Chicken Stew

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2−inch cubes
5 medium carrots, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 (4 oz.) cans mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 low−sodium chicken bouillon cubes
Artificial Sweetener equal to 2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cup cold water