Spicy African Chicken Stew

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 Carrots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1/4 cup Peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon Curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper
• for garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat.
2. 2.Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. 4.Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced carrots, and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
5. 5.Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the tomato paste to the empty space. Cook for a minute to caramelize the tomato paste.
6. 6.Stir in the chicken broth, peanut butter, curry powder, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. 7.Add the chicken pieces to the pot and bring the stew to a simmer.
8. 8.Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. 9.Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed.
10. 10.Serve the Spicy African Chicken Stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
11. 11.Enjoy this delicious taste of Africa!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper or a chopped chili pepper.
• chevron_rightServe the stew with steamed rice or warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
• chevron_rightFeel free to customize the vegetables in the stew based on your preferences or what you have on hand.