Description
Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew is a delightful dish bursting with flavors, perfect for home cooks seeking comfort food with a twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Chicken (Bone-in pieces add depth and richness.)
- Salt (To taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Provides mild heat.)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika adds an extra layer.)
- 1 teaspoon Curry Powder (Gives the stew its characteristic flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (Earthy herb.)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped, can use shallots.)
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (For frying.)
- 4 medium Roma Tomatoes (Foundation of the sauce.)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (Adds sweetness.)
- 1 Small Red Onion
- Scotch Bonnet Peppers (Bring authentic heat.)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (Deepens flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Powder
- 1 Bouillon Cube (Infuses rich umami flavors.)
- Fresh Parsley or Cilantro (For garnish.)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, thyme, and chopped onion for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and sear marinated chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Create the Base: Blend Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, small red onion, and scotch bonnet peppers into a smooth puree.
- Fry Tomato Paste: In the same skillet, add tomato paste and fry for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Combine Ingredients: Add blended tomato-pepper mixture to the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Season the Sauce: Add garlic powder, ginger powder, bouillon cube, and adjust salt to taste.
- Simmer Chicken: Return seared chicken to the skillet, reduce heat, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Nigerian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew, Chicken Stew, Nigerian Cuisine