Description
A rich and hearty African chicken peanut stew that blends spices and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until soft.
- Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and peanut butter until combined.
- Add chicken broth, sweet potatoes, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or bread.
Notes
- Adjust spice level to your preference.
- Use smooth or crunchy peanut butter based on taste.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: african chicken peanut stew