Coconut Milk Braised Black Pepper Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Name: Coconut Milk Braised Black Pepper Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless, skinless, chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 2-inch chunks; 1 tablespoon ground turmeric; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon black pepper; kosher salt; 3 tablespoons sesame oil or extra virgin olive oil; 2 bell peppers, sliced; 2 medium shallots, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, or more; 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes; 2 cans (14 ounce) full-fat coconut milk; 2 tablespoons fish sauce ((or soy sauce)); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; steamed rice, for serving; 1/2 cup Thai basil leaves; 2 limes; roasted peanuts