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Chicken Maafe

Cultural Context

Chicken Maafe, originating from Senegal, is a beloved West African dish that reflects the region's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with groundnuts (peanuts), it symbolizes hospitality and is often served during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations abound across West Africa, with each country adding its unique twist, making it a cherished dish far beyond its roots.

West AfricanSNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
tomatoes
half a red pepper
half an onion
carrots
peanut butter
chicken stock

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: natural almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers healthy fats with fewer calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor and is healthier.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika provides color without the heat.

1

In a mixer, add tomatoes, half a red pepper, and half an onion; mix and set aside.

2

Chop onions, red pepper, and carrots thinly and set aside.

3

Sear the chicken breasts until they have a nice color.

4

Mix everything together, then add chicken stock and peanut butter.

5

Cook until the vegetables and chicken are done.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingsimmering

Equipment Needed

mixer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

MaafeGroundnut Stew

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