Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew – West African Flavor
Experience the vibrant essence of West Africa with this Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew. Bursting with bold spices, tender chicken, and a rich blend of fresh vegetables, this stew is a celebration of flavor and warmth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, it promises to delight your taste buds and bring everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: West African
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless chicken thighs
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 red bell peppers, chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/4 cup palm oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables—dice the tomatoes, slice the onions, chop the bell peppers, and mince the garlic and ginger.
- Blend the sauce: In a blender, combine tomatoes, red bell peppers, Scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the onions: Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken: Place chicken thighs in the pot; sear on all sides until browned (approximately 7-10 minutes).
- Combine everything: Pour in the blended sauce along with chicken stock; stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Cover and let cook on low heat for about 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg