Nigerian Chicken Stew

Nigerian chicken stew is a delightful West African stew made with chicken thighs and simmered in a savory sauce made with tomatoes and peppers. It is so versatile and can be eaten with many different dishes!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the chicken.

Step 2

Rub the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, and leave them in a bowl.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Step 4

Brown the chicken on each side (about 10 minutes each).

Step 5

Cut the onion into two and chop one part into small pieces.

Step 6

When the chicken is done, take it out and set it aside.

Step 7

Blend the tomatoes, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, and the other half of the onion.

Step 8

Sauté the chopped onion in the oil till translucent.

Step 9

Pour the blended tomato and pepper mix and boil for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Add chicken, stock, bouillon, curry, and thyme.

Step 11

Taste for salt and add more if necessary.

Step 12

Cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is done.