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African Chicken And Peanut Stew Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful African Chicken and Peanut Stew! Aromatic spices like curry, coriander, and cumin blend beautifully with tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and creamy peanut butter for a truly unforgettable taste. Perfect for a cozy night in or a delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 428.7 kcal
Protein 57g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for African Chicken And Peanut Stew

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • brown rice (for serving)

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How to Make African Chicken And Peanut Stew

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Stir in 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; and 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 inch ginger, grated; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 cups chicken broth; and 2 tablespoons tomato paste.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 cup creamy peanut butter. Cook for another 3 minutes, uncovered, stirring frequently, to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1 bell pepper, chopped. Simmer until tomatoes and peppers are tender but still hold their shape (3-5 minutes).
  9. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  10. Serve hot over brown rice, garnished with chopped cilantro and additional red pepper flakes, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

37g

Carbs

4g

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