WEST AFRICAN CHICKEN STEW

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I really love African flavors, but you don't really encounter them much in the U.S. Here the combination of native African ingredients, all of which can be found in the States, transports you to a new culinary place. -Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, divided
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Hot cooked brown rice, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, cook chicken over medium heat in 2 teaspoons oil for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink; remove and set aside., In the same pan, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the peas, tomatoes, sweet potato, broth, peanut butter, 1-1/4 teaspoons thyme and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potato is tender. Add chicken; heat through., Serve with rice if desired. Sprinkle with remaining thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Caoimhe Donnelly
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this stew definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Ronikar Khadka
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I love to serve it with rice or mashed potatoes.


Carolina Mancilla
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this stew was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


DOLLY REPPERT
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your vegetables in. I love to serve it with rice or mashed potatoes.


Md Mashria
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this stew definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Sylivia Williams
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I love to serve it with rice or mashed potatoes.


Joseph Chavez
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Musharaf Hussain
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This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and spices. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasima begum Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this stew was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Faisal Ahmad
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This stew is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of spices and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Talha Gamerz
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I made this stew last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Moiz asadshah Moiz asad shah
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This West African chicken stew is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.