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African Party Chicken Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, African Party Chicken Stew is a beloved dish often served at celebrations and gatherings. It showcases the rich flavors of the region, combining spices and fresh ingredients to create a hearty meal. This stew is a staple at parties, highlighting the communal aspect of Nigerian dining, where food brings people together. Variations exist across West Africa, with each culture adding its unique twist, making it a dish enjoyed far beyond its borders.

NigerianNGmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
local chicken
vegetable oil
2 large onions
garlic paste
ginger paste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
carrots
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
green pepper
water

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

1

Grill the chicken pieces slightly for browning.

2

Cut the chicken into pieces.

3

Add bay leaf and rosemary to the chicken.

4

Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, then cover to cook.

5

Chop and prepare vegetables while the chicken cooks.

6

Add vegetable oil to a pot and heat it up.

7

Add 2 chopped large onions and sauté until translucent.

8

Stir in garlic paste and ginger paste, cooking until fragrant.

9

Add chopped tomatoes and stir well.

10

Incorporate 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and mix thoroughly.

11

Add carrots and spices: 1 teaspoon of turmeric, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of nutmeg.

12

Pour in water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil.

13

Reduce heat and let it simmer on low for 1.5 to 2 hours until chicken is tender.

14

Add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar and green pepper, mixing well before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potcutting boardknifewooden spoon

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

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