Description
A hearty stew combining savory chicken, creamy peanut butter, and nutritious vegetables, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken, bone-in thighs or breasts
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes, cubed
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes, 14 oz
- 1 can Coconut Milk, 15 oz
- 1 cup Peanut Butter, preferably natural
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Spinach or Kale, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Rice or Crusty Bread, for serving
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- Mix in the sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, peanut butter, and chicken broth.
- Season with cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Stir in the chopped spinach or kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside rice or crusty bread.
Notes
For the best flavor, allow the stew to sit for a while after cooking. Adjust pepper according to your heat preference. Use boneless chicken for quicker cooking if short on time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg