Chicken Stew

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 can (6 ounces) no-salt-added tomato paste
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional