Spicy African Chicken Stew Recipe

Name: Spicy African Chicken Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (3 lb) chicken, deboned and cut pieces; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 carrots, diced; 1 large potato, diced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon curry; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup water; 1/4 cup unsalted natural-style peanut butter (I only use 1Tbsp); 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed; cilantro or parsley, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (3 lb) chicken, deboned and cut pieces
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, diced
1 large potato, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon curry
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1/4 cup unsalted natural-style peanut butter (I only use 1Tbsp)
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
cilantro or parsley, to garnish

1
In a large dutch oven heat oil over medium high heat.
2
Add chicken, and brown.
3
Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
4
Reduce heat to medium low, and add garlic, onion and potato, celery and carrot to the pan.
5
Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
6
Season with cumin, curry, black pepper, red pepper and salt.
7
Return browned chicken and accumulated juices and add water to the pan.
8
Place lid on pot and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.
9
Remove lid, and stir in the peanut butter and garbanzo beans.
10
Make sure the peanut butter is blended into it. Replace lid to simmer for 10 more minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
11
Remove from heat, adjust seasoning, sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 (3 lb) chicken, deboned and cut pieces, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy African Chicken Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Spicy African Chicken Stew

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