How to Cook Chicken Stew | Zambian Style Chicken Stew Recipe

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides similar creaminess with less saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-rich and collard greens are often less expensive.

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 until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces, stirring to coat in the mixture; cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in peanut butter until well combined with the chicken and vegetables.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add diced bell peppers, carrots, and spices; stir to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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