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Nigerian Chicken Stew

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A vibrant, flavor-packed Nigerian chicken stew perfect for any occasion, made with simple ingredients and bold spices.

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. Prep the chicken: Clean the chicken under cold water, pat dry and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, and thyme.
  2. Sauté the onions: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken in the pot and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Blend the sauce: Blend Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, and scotch bonnet peppers until smooth and pour it over the browned chicken.
  5. Stir in seasoning: Add tomato paste, garlic powder, ginger powder, and bouillon cube, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
  6. Simmer away: Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed about 10 minutes before serving.
  8. Finish up: Once chicken is tender and stew thickens, remove from heat and garnish before serving.

Notes

Serve over rice or with fried plantains. Adjust spice levels to your taste by adding or reducing scotch bonnet peppers.

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Keywords: Nigerian stew, chicken stew, west african cuisine, comfort food, hearty meal

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