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Nigerian Chicken Stew

Deliciously Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew for Comforting Nights

Experience the warmth of Nigerian Chicken Stew, a beloved comfort food perfect for gatherings or weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Nigerian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 kg Chicken boneless or bone-in
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Curry Powder
  • 1 tsp Thyme
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion can substitute with shallots
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil or olive/coconut oil
  • 4 medium Roma Tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper or yellow/orange bell peppers
  • 1 whole Scotch Bonnet Pepper omit for less spice
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste essential for thickness
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Ginger Powder fresh ginger is a substitute
  • 1 cube Bouillon Cube or vegetable/chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Large skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, thyme, and chopped onion. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Blend Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Fry the Tomato Paste: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Add tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Pour the blended mixture into the skillet. Cook for 10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Flavor the Sauce: Add garlic powder, ginger powder, and bouillon cube. Cook for 5 minutes.
  7. Simmer the Stew: Return the chicken to the pan, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Once chicken is tender, remove from heat. Optionally garnish with parsley/cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This stew freezes well too.

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