African Chicken in Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: African Chicken in Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 tsp. salt; 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic; 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder; 3/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper; 4 lb. bone-in chicken pieces; 3 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 small onion; 1/2 red bell pepper; 1 medium carrot; 1 clove garlic; 1 tsp. finely diced and seeded jalapeno chili; 4 c. chicken broth; 1/2 c. smooth peanut butter; 1 tbsp. tomato paste; 1/2 tomato; 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp. dried); 1/2 tsp. peeled, grated fresh ginger; 1/2 c. well-mixed coconut milk; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. finely ground black pepper; 1/4 c. chopped parsley

Servings: persons

3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic
1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
3/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
4 lb. bone-in chicken pieces
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 small onion
1/2 red bell pepper
1 medium carrot
1 clove garlic
1 tsp. finely diced and seeded jalapeno chili
4 c. chicken broth
1/2 c. smooth peanut butter
1 tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 tomato
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp. dried)
1/2 tsp. peeled, grated fresh ginger
1/2 c. well-mixed coconut milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. finely ground black pepper
1/4 c. chopped parsley

1
Stir together the spice rub ingredients and rub onto chicken pieces.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Working in batches, add half the chicken and brown on all sides, taking care not to burn the spices.
4
Transfer browned pieces to a platter and set aside.
5
Brown remaining chicken and transfer to platter.
6
With a paper towel, wipe skillet dry; then add remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
7
Add onion, red and green bell peppers, carrot, garlic, and jalapeno chili.
8
Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
9
Add chicken broth and simmer until reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
10
Reduce heat to medium-low, stir in remaining sauce ingredients, and simmer 2 minutes.
11
Return browned chicken to skillet.
12
Cook 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through, stirring frequently to prevent sauce from sticking.
13
Turn chicken pieces over midway through cooking time.
14
Garnish with parsley.

1472

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

225

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 tsp. salt, 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper, 1 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic, 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder, and more.

Yes, African Chicken in Peanut Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

African Chicken in Peanut Sauce

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions