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African Chicken Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from West Africa, particularly popular in Senegal, African Chicken Stew (or Poulet Yassa) is a beloved dish that showcases the region's vibrant flavors and communal dining culture. Traditionally, it features marinated chicken cooked with onions and spices, symbolizing hospitality and togetherness. Today, variations of this stew are enjoyed across Africa and beyond, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients, making it a versatile favorite.

AfricanGNmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 gm boneless chicken
1-2 tsp pepper
salt to taste
1-2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp dried herbs
1 sliced onion
1/2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
1-2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 large sweet potato (cut into cubes)
2 cups tomato puree
1/4 cup peanut butter
1 cup chicken stock
1/2-1 tsp thyme
1-2 tbsp coriander leaves

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while using water is budget-friendly.

mustard

🥗Healthier: honey mustard

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Honey mustard adds sweetness, while vinegar is a low-cost alternative.

1

Add 250 gm boneless chicken to a bowl.

2

Season with 1-2 tsp pepper and salt to taste.

3

Mix in 1-2 tsp red chilli powder and 1 tsp dried herbs.

4

Add 1 sliced onion and 1/2 tbsp ginger garlic paste to the mixture.

5

Stir in 1-2 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and 1/2 tsp cumin powder.

6

Add 1 large sweet potato (cut into cubes) to the bowl.

7

Pour in 2 cups of tomato puree and 1/4 cup peanut butter.

8

Add 1 cup chicken stock and 1/2-1 tsp thyme.

9

Cook the mixture until everything is well combined and heated through.

10

Garnish with 1-2 tbsp coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingstewing

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chicken YassaPoulet Yassa

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