African-Style Braised Chicken In Peanut Sauce (Croc

Name: African-Style Braised Chicken In Peanut Sauce (Crock Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 lbs chicken pieces (skin on breasts, skinless legs and thighs); 2 onions, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 red chili peppers, minced or 1/2 green chili pepper; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked; 1/2 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup peanut butter; 2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 lbs chicken pieces (skin on breasts, skinless legs and thighs)
2 onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 red chili peppers, minced or 1/2 green chili pepper
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked
1/2 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped

1
In a nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, in batches, and brown on all sides. Transfer to slow cooker stoneware.
2
Reduce heat to medium, add onions and cook, stirring, until softened. Add garlic, chili pepper, curry powder, oregano, salt and peppercorns and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, tomato sauce and bay leaf and bring to a boil.
3
Pour mixture over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.
4
In a bowl, combine peanut butter and sherry. Add a little cooking liquid and stir to blend. Add to slow cooker along with red pepper. Cover and cook on high for 20 minutes, until pepper is tender. Discard bay leaf.
5
Serve over hot white rice.

1012

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 3 lbs chicken pieces (skin on breasts, skinless legs and thighs), 2 onions, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, African-Style Braised Chicken In Peanut Sauce (Crock Pot) 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.

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African-Style Braised Chicken In Peanut Sauce (Crock Pot)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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