Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew – Bold West African Flavor
Spicy Nigerian Chicken Stew – West African Flavor features tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato and pepper sauce with bold spices, traditionally served over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken pieces
6 fresh Roma tomatoes
2 red bell peppers
1 Scotch bonnet pepper
1 large onion divided
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves optional
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, curry powder, and chopped onion.
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Simmer chicken until partially cooked; reserve stock.
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Heat oil and sauté sliced onions.
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Fry tomato paste until slightly darkened.
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Blend tomatoes, peppers, and onions until smooth.
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Add blended mixture to pot and cook until thickened and oil rises.
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Return chicken and add some stock.
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Simmer 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
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Adjust seasoning and remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
Fry sauce thoroughly for authentic flavor.
Adjust Scotch bonnet for desired heat level.
Flavor deepens after resting.