Mouthwatering Nigerian Chicken Stew

 Prepare a Mouthwatering Nigerian Chicken Stew: Step-by-Step Guide

Indulge in the rich flavors of Nigerian cuisine by creating a delicious chicken stew, perfect for sharing with family and friends. This flavorful dish combines tender chicken with a savory tomato-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. Follow the steps below to create this delightful meal.

Chicken Ingredients:

1kg chicken

1 medium onion, sliced

2 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp ginger powder

1 tbsp oregano or thyme

1 tsp rosemary (optional)

1 tbsp curry powder

3 tbsp seasoning powder

2-3 cups water

Stew Ingredients:

2kg fresh tomatoes or tinned tomato puree

5 large bell peppers

5 habanero peppers

1 medium bulb onion

4 garlic cloves

1 thumb-sized ginger

500ml vegetable oil

1 medium bulb onion, chopped

100g canned tomato paste (optional)

Chicken stock from boiled chicken

1 tbsp thyme or oregano

1 tbsp curry powder

1 tbsp seasoning powder

Salt, to taste

Directions:

• In a pot, add cleaned and cut chicken, onions, garlic powder, ginger powder, oregano/thyme, rosemary (optional), curry powder, seasoning powder, salt, and water. Cook until chicken is tender, then fry or grill at 180°C. Set aside and reserve the liquid (chicken stock).

• Blend tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger. Pour into a pot and heat to reduce excess water. Set aside.

• In a large pot, heat vegetable oil, add chopped onions and bay leaf, and stir-fry for 8 minutes. Add tomato paste (optional) and continue stir-frying.

• Pour in the boiled tomato-pepper mix and fry for 25 minutes, or until the sour taste subsides. Stir constantly to prevent burning.

• Add chicken stock, oregano/thyme, curry powder, optional Cameroon pepper, and seasoning powder. Mix and boil for 8 minutes.

• Add grilled or fried chicken and simmer for 10 minutes.

Your Nigerian chicken stew is now ready to enjoy! Serve it with your favorite sides, such as rice or plantains, for an authentic and delectable dining experience.