CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES BRAISED IN PEANUT SAUCE

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Categories     Chicken     Nut     Poultry     Vegetable     Braise     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Ramadan     Dinner     Peanut     Bell Pepper     Turnip     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Party     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups unsalted roasted peanuts (1/2 lb) or 1 cup "all natural" creamy peanut butter
3 cups water
4 1/2 to 5 1/2 lb chicken pieces such as drumsticks, thighs, and breast halves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (14- to 16-oz) can diced tomatoes including juice
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes (2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium turnips (1 lb), peeled if desired, halved horizontally, and cut into 3/4-inch wedges
1 lb spinach, coarse stems discarded
Accompaniment: white rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. If using peanuts, blend in a food processor until they form a butter, 2 to 3 minutes. Put fresh or jarred peanut butter in a bowl and gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups water.
  • Pat chicken dry and season with salt. Heat oil in an ovenproof 4- to 5-quart heavy pot (with a tight-fitting lid, for use later) over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown chicken, uncovered, in 3 or 4 batches, without crowding, about 6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a bowl as browned. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons fat from pot, then add onion and bell pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Stir in peanut butter mixture, remaining 1 1/2 cups water, tomatoes with juice, cayenne (to taste), salt, and chicken with any juices accumulated in bowl and bring to a simmer. Cover pot with lid, then braise chicken in middle of oven until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Transfer chicken with tongs to a large (4-quart) serving dish and keep warm, covered.
  • Stir potatoes and turnips into sauce and simmer on top of stove, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer cooked vegetables with a slotted spoon to serving dish.
  • Simmer sauce, uncovered, stirring, until reduced to about 4 cups, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in spinach, then let stand, partially covered, until spinach is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt if necessary, then spoon over chicken.

Tanya Santiago
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I'm not sure if my kids would like this dish. They're not big fans of vegetables.


COC Lover
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This recipe seems a bit complicated for a weeknight meal.


mdasif sheikh
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I'm not a big fan of peanut sauce.


Yasir Yashii
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This looks delicious! I love peanut sauce, so I know I'll enjoy this dish.


Michele Medina
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! Can't wait to try it.


Zainab Majeed
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to my weekly menu.


Tanzir Tamim
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I love the creamy peanut sauce in this dish. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the chicken and vegetables.


Samansaif28 Saman
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Aisha Nabukenya
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I'm a busy mom, so I appreciate that this recipe is so quick and easy to make.


James Mcsharry
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Spartan Warrior
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Thetoxictrends
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with chicken, tofu, and shrimp, and it's always delicious.


MD SUHAG MIAH
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the tender chicken and the rich peanut sauce.


Promise Mwua
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I'm not usually a fan of peanut sauce, but this recipe changed my mind! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly.


alex giougis
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My family loved this dish! It was easy to make and had a delicious balance of flavors.