Name: African Chicken Peanut Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 onion (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz); 1 can coconut milk (14 oz); 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((adjust to taste)); Salt and pepper (to taste); Fresh cilantro (or peanuts for garnish)

African Chicken Peanut Stew

African Chicken Peanut Stew is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines chicken, vegetables, and a rich peanut-based sauce. It is a popular dish in various African countries, known for its unique blend of savory, spicy, and nutty flavors.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine African

Servings servings

Calories 731 kcal

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 red bell pepper diced
1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
1 can coconut milk 14 oz
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or peanuts for garnish

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Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and chicken pieces. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, peanut butter, chicken broth, ground ginger, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the African Chicken Peanut Stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or peanuts. It pairs well with rice or crusty bread.
Enjoy!

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Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.

Nutrition

Calories: 731kcal (37%)Carbohydrates: 23g (8%)Protein: 60g (120%)Fat: 47g (72%)Saturated Fat: 26g (163%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 147mg (49%)Sodium: 1002mg (44%)Potassium: 1628mg (47%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 12g (13%)Vitamin A: 1233IU (25%)Vitamin C: 56mg (68%)Calcium: 98mg (10%)Iron: 5mg (28%)

Disclaimer

Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword chicken, peanut, peanut butter

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