west african peanut-chicken soup

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Reading, PA
Updated on Jan 17, 2023

Nice combination of flavors and spices. Great tasting without the chicken, too.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4-5 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 chicken breast, cut into small pieces (1/2 to 3/4 lb.)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil*
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil*
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon hot or thai curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 cups chicken broth or water with chicken bouillon
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 - 15 oz. cans petite diced stewed tomatoes, with a little juice removed
  • 1/3 cup chunky peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • * note - if not using chicken, reduce oils - 1 t. olive and 2 t. sesame

How To Make west african peanut-chicken soup

  • Step 1
    Cut chicken into small pieces and brown in a large pan sprayed with PAM.
  • Step 2
    Add the oils, onion and garlic to the pan and sauté until the onion is tender. Add spices and cook a few additional minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add chicken broth, tomato paste and stewed tomatoes. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add peanut butter and stir until well incorporated. Heat again to almost a boil. Stir in coconut milk, heat a bit longer and serve.

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Category: Chicken Soups
Keyword: #peanut
Keyword: #curry
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: African
Method: Stove Top

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