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Nigerian Chicken Stew

Nigerian Chicken Stew: Your New Comfort Food Obsession

Discover the vibrant flavors of Nigerian Chicken Stew, a delightful crowd-pleaser that brings the heart of West Africa right to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: West African
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Chicken Bone-in preferred for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 cup Onion (chopped)
  • 2-3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Powder
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley/Cilantro Chopped
  • to taste Sliced Scallions/Lime Optional

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken by rubbing in salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, thyme, and chopped onion. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken in a skillet with vegetable oil for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Prepare the Tomato Sauce by blending Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, small red onion, and scotch bonnet peppers until smooth.
  4. Cook the Sauce Ingredients by adding tomato paste, garlic powder, ginger powder, and bouillon cube to the blended mixture, stirring well.
  5. Simmer the Chicken in the sauce on low heat for 25-30 minutes until tender and cooked through.
  6. Garnish the stew with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro and serve over white rice, fried plantains, or boiled yams.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Letting the stew sit overnight enhances the flavors. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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