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Nigerian Chicken Stew Recipe

Nigerian Chicken Stew is a rich and deeply flavored West African classic made with seared chicken simmered in a bold tomato and pepper sauce. It is the perfect accompaniment to rice, plantains, or yams for a comforting and hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs bone-in chicken (thighs or drumsticks), cleaned
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large Roma tomatoes
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 1 small red onion
  • 2 scotch bonnet peppers (or 1 for less heat)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 bouillon cube
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, curry powder, thyme, and chopped onions. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken pieces until browned on both sides. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Blend tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and scotch bonnets into a smooth mixture.
  4. Cook the Sauce: In the same skillet, fry tomato paste for 2 minutes. Add the blended sauce, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Season the Stew: Add garlic powder, ginger powder, bouillon cube, and salt. Stir to combine.
  6. Simmer: Return chicken to the pot and simmer on low for 2530 minutes, or until chicken is tender and the stew thickens.
  7. Serve: Serve hot with white rice, fried plantains, or cauliflower rice.
  • Author: Chef Stella

Nutrition

  • Calories: 395 kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Protein: 37g