Description
A rich and comforting Chicken Peanut Stew that blends chicken with creamy peanut flavors and an array of spices, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Thighs, diced
- 1/2 cup Peanut Butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, minced
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 1 Bell Pepper, diced
- 4 cups Broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 2 cups Spinach
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 cup Coconut Milk
- 2 tbsp Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the chicken thighs and chop the onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, and bell peppers.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat, add onions and sauté until translucent, then stir in garlic and ginger for about 1 minute.
- Brown the Chicken: Increase the heat to medium-high, add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Once the chicken is browned, add carrots and bell peppers, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate the Flavor Base: Stir in peanut butter and chili powder, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in the Liquids: Add broth and coconut milk, mix well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Add Spinach: Stir in spinach just until wilted.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, serve hot.
Notes
For a lower-fat option, use light coconut milk. Adjust chili powder according to heat preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken, Peanut Stew, Comfort Food, Hearty Meal, Easy Recipe