African Chicken Peanut Stew Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. African Chicken Peanut Stew simmers bone-in chicken thighs in creamy peanut-tomato broth with ginger, garlic, and chili for rich West African comfort that clings to rice perfectly. Ready in 45 minutes, it serves 6 with velvety sauce coating tender meat beautifully.

Why This Recipe Works

Peanut butter thickens naturally without flour for glossy emulsion. Bone-in thighs stay juicy during simmer. Tomato-chili base balances peanut richness. Aromatics build deep savory foundation. One-pot method extracts maximum flavor.

Ingredients & Prep

Chicken:

• 3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt

Stew Base:

• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2-inch ginger, grated
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup peanut butter (natural)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2-3 Scotch bonnet chilies (or 1 tsp cayenne)

Finish:

• 2 sweet potatoes, 1-inch chunks
• 2 cups spinach or kale

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Season chicken; brown in oil 5 minutes per side. Remove.
2. Sauté onion 4 minutes soft; add garlic, ginger 1 minute fragrant.
3. Stir tomato paste 2 minutes darkened; whisk in peanut butter + broth smooth.
4. Nestle chicken + chilies back; simmer 25 minutes tender.
5. Add sweet potatoes last 12 minutes; stir spinach wilted. Adjust salt.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Fridge airtight 4 days; freezes 3 months.

FAQs

Sauce too thick?
More broth; simmer longer evaporates.

Peanuts bitter?
Stir-fry paste fully first.

Mild flavor?
Fresh chilies > powder; taste broth.

Conclusion

African Chicken Peanut Stew nutty-hugs comfort velvety perfection.

African Chicken Peanut Stew Recipe

Print Recipe

African Chicken Peanut Stew simmers tender chicken thighs in creamy peanut butter sauce with sweet potatoes, bell peppers, ginger, and warm West African spices. Hearty one-pot comfort food ready in 45 minutes.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: African

Ingredients

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• 2 lbs chicken thighs bone-in skin-on
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion chopped
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
• 1 red bell pepper chopped
• 2 sweet potatoes peeled 1-inch chunks
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• Fresh cilantro chopped
• Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

• 1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high. Brown chicken 5-6 mins per side. Remove and set aside.
• 2. Lower heat to medium. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and bell pepper. Cook 5 mins until softened.
• 3. Stir in tomato paste, cayenne, and bay leaves. Cook 2 mins. Add peanut butter and gradually whisk in broth until smooth.
• 4. Add sweet potatoes and browned chicken. Bring to simmer, cover, reduce heat to low. Cook 25-30 mins until chicken is tender and potatoes cooked through.
• 5. Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning. Serve over rice topped with peanuts and cilantro.

Notes

• Scoop peanut butter off top of natural brands (oil separation normal).
• Bone-in thighs add rich flavor; shred meat off bones before serving.
• Make ahead: flavors deepen overnight. Freezes well up to 3 months.
• Spice level: reduce cayenne to 1/2 tsp for mild version.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl with rice
• Calories: 620
• Sugar: 8g
• Sodium: 980mg
• Fat: 42g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Unsaturated Fat: 28g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 6g
• Protein: 38g
• Cholesterol: 120mg

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