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African Chicken Peanut Stew

African Chicken Peanut Stew: A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Delight

Discover the warm and creamy goodness of African Chicken Peanut Stew, a protein-rich delight perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: African
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or chicken breast for a leaner option
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes if preferred
  • 1 medium red bell pepper or yellow/orange alternatives
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter use natural, unsweetened for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium onion or shallots for milder sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste or use paprika
  • 1 teaspoon bouillon powder vegetable bouillon for vegetarian version
  • 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock for vegetarian
  • black pepper season to taste
  • salt season to taste
For Serving
  • 4 servings fufu or rice or cauliflower rice for low-carb

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and pat dry the chicken thighs, then rub with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, brown the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side.
  3. In a soup pot, heat another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté chopped onions and diced red bell pepper for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, cayenne pepper, and bouillon powder; cook for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the pot, add chicken stock, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in peanut butter and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and serve hot with fufu or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 26gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.

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