This West African Chicken and Groundnut Stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that bursts with flavor. The dish combines tender chicken pieces with sweet potatoes, green beans, and corn, all simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made from peanut butter and tomatoes. The subtle heat from cayenne and ginger adds warmth without overpowering the natural sweetness of the vegetables. It’s a perfect dish for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals. Serve over hot rice for a satisfying and balanced meal that brings the vibrant tastes of West Africa to your table.
West African Chicken & Groundnut Stew
Description
This West African Chicken and Groundnut Stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that bursts with flavor. The dish combines tender chicken pieces with sweet potatoes, green beans, and corn, all simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made from peanut butter and tomatoes. The subtle heat from cayenne and ginger adds warmth without overpowering the natural sweetness of the vegetables. It's a perfect dish for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals. Serve over hot rice for a satisfying and balanced meal that brings the vibrant tastes of West Africa to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut chicken breasts into 1/2-inch pieces.
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Heat peanut oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned and no longer pink, stirring frequently.
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Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes until onion is tender.
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Add tomatoes with juice, beans, corn, sweet potato, water, peanut butter, tomato paste, salt, chili powder, ginger, and cayenne. Mix well.
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Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until sweet potato is tender, stirring occasionally.
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If stew becomes too thick during cooking, add additional water as needed.
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Serve stew hot over cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Saturated Fat 4g20%
- Cholesterol 85mg29%
- Sodium 450mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 8g32%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 30g60%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a richer flavor, you can use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness level according to your preference.
This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
You can substitute natural peanut butter for regular peanut butter for a less sweet and more authentic taste.
Add other vegetables like spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra nutrition.
