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

Noor din
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This dish was a bit too salty for me, but I still enjoyed it. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Malaika Milikx
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I've never had West African food before, but this dish was a great introduction. I loved the flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Daud Wilson
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I'm a big fan of spicy food and this dish did not disappoint. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Md Tarek Islam
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This dish was a bit too bland for me, but I still enjoyed it. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Efetobore Onerhime
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Angelo Andrews
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This dish was a bit too salty for me, but I still enjoyed it. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Kokil nath Rimal
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing. The flavors were complex and well-balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Noor Ul Wahab
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Chris Thomas
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I've never had West African food before, but this dish was a great introduction. I loved the flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


NA Mahi
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I'm a big fan of West African food and this dish did not disappoint. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Wagna Junior
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I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best chicken stew he's ever had.


chandraprakash ramhit
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ali Jr Bare
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Shah sawar
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I made this dish for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I got several requests for the recipe.


Dede tee
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was the perfect level of heat for me. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


John Kemp
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


M. Faizan
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were complex and well-balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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