🥘 African Chicken Peanut Stew

September 3, 2025 by Camila

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the chicken: Season with salt and pepper. In a large pot, heat oil and brown chicken pieces on both sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant.
3. Add spices: Stir in cayenne and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Build the stew: Add tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and chicken broth. Stir in peanut butter until smooth.
5. Simmer: Return chicken to the pot. Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender and sweet potatoes are soft.
6. Finish and serve: Adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped cilantro and peanuts. Serve with rice, couscous, or fufu.