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Savory Nigerian Chicken Stew

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A flavorful Nigerian chicken stew that brings warmth and comfort to your dinner table with rich, aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs bone-in chicken (thighs or drumsticks)
  • 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, chopped
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 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 by patting it dry and seasoning it with salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, and thyme.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion in heated vegetable oil until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Brown the marinated chicken pieces in the pot, searing on each side for 6-7 minutes.
  4. Create the stew base by adding chopped tomatoes, red bell pepper, and small red onion, letting them soften for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Add tomato paste, ginger powder, garlic powder, and crushed scotch bonnet peppers, simmering for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Simmer the chicken with enough water to cover, adding the bouillon cube, and let it simmer gently for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Final touches involve tasting and adjusting seasoning, then serving with your choice of rice or pounded yam.

Notes

This stew can be made in advance and tastes better the next day. It freezes well for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Nigerian chicken stew, comfort food, rich flavors, homemade stew

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