African Chicken Peanut Stew: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup sweet potato, diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
Creating African Chicken Peanut Stew is simple when you follow these steps:
- Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Brown the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the pot. Cook until they're browned on both sides, about 10 minutes.
- Add Spices: Stir in the ground cumin and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to release the spices' flavors.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes with their juice, stirring well to combine.
- Pour in Broth: Pour the chicken broth into the pot. Bring it to a simmer.
- Add Vegetables: Add sliced carrots, bell pepper, and sweet potato. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Mix Peanut Butter: Reduce heat to low and stir in the creamy peanut butter. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Season: Taste and season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
These steps make it easy to prepare this incredible stew that satisfies the taste buds and warms the heart.