I MADE NIGERIAN MOST DELICIOUS & POPULAR TOMATO CHICKEN STEW !! #COOKING LUNCH AMALA + EWEDU...

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola 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 healthier, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves, thyme, and curry powder; stir well.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Add diced carrots and green peas; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped scotch bonnet peppers to taste.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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