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African Chicken Peanut Stew
African Chicken Peanut Stew
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Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
115 minutes
Total Time:
135 minutes
Satisfying West African chicken stew with sweet potatoes and peanuts, ideal for cozy evenings.
Ingredients:
  • 2-3 pounds chicken legs, thighs and/or wings
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow or white onion, sliced
  • 3-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced
  • 6-8 garlic cloves, chopped roughly
  • 2-3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 15-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 quart chicken stock
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
Instructions:
  • In a large soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pat them dry, and sear in batches until golden brown. Set aside the chicken as they brown to build flavor.
  • In a pot, cook the onions in oil for 3-4 minutes until soft, stirring frequently and deglazing the pot. Mix in the ginger and garlic, cook for 1-2 minutes, then add the sweet potatoes and mix thoroughly.
  • Enhance your stew: Combine chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, peanut butter, peanuts, coriander, and cayenne. Gently fold in the chicken. Simmer, adjust salt, and cover for 90 minutes until chicken is tender and sweet potatoes are cooked.
  • Separate the bones from the cooked chicken, allowing them to cool for easier handling. Consider discarding the skin or finely chop it for added flavor, then shred the meat and return it to the pot.
  • Taste and adjust salt and cayenne, then boldly sprinkle in as much black pepper as you desire for a flavorful stew. Gently mix in the cilantro and enjoy on its own or with fluffy steamed rice. If you enjoyed this dish, please share your feedback by rating and commenting below!

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