One-Pot West African Spicy Chicken Peanut Stew

A chicken stew with peanut butter? I'm sure you are skeptical but don't worry, because we're not crazy.

I had the same reaction when I first heard about this stew recipe. Not really my thing, but then again, that's why they call it an "adventure," right?!

And trust me - if you're anything like me in the kitchen (a little bit adventurous), this culinary expedition down "African Road" pays off big time.

Using peanuts in cooking is popular across West Africa. We tested it before and loved it combined with beef in this tasty Nigerian suya recipe.

Chicken stew with peanut butter may sound weird at first, but let me assure you - it tastes amazing once it hits your mouth, so don't judge until you try it for yourself.

Many people call this spicy stew a peanut butter stew, peanut stew, or groundnut stew. In Ghana, this traditional dish is known as Akoko Nkate Nkwan, Maafe in Senegal, and it's also a national dish of Niger, called Djerma.

The texture varies depending on what you prefer, and if there's more liquid in it, then yeah - it will be a chicken peanut soup.

Why it Works

• This dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-carb meal is so delicious and perfect for lunch or dinner.
• You can easily make it in a crockpot or instant pot instead of on a stovetop.
• It can be "dressed up" for a company or served as a family meal.
• This spicy chicken and peanut stew recipe will warm you up and fill your house with an incredible aroma that it'll make your mouth water.
• It's perfect for those cold days or when you're feeling under the weather.
• This hearty stew uses simple ingredients, cooks in one pot, and takes about 30 minutes to complete. Cleanup is a breeze with this recipe!

This West African-inspired stew is a real treat. Ultra creamy, with very easy-to-find ingredients, it is super addictive.

Focusing on one-pot meals is something that I love because they are so simple and quick to put together, which means more time spent with family or friends rather than in the kitchen cooking up dinner.

Why it Works

• This dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-carb meal is so delicious and perfect for lunch or dinner.
• You can easily make it in a crockpot or instant pot instead of on a stovetop.
• It can be "dressed up" for a company or served as a family meal.
• This spicy chicken and peanut stew recipe will warm you up and fill your house with an incredible aroma that it'll make your mouth water.
• It's perfect for those cold days or when you're feeling under the weather.
• This hearty stew uses simple ingredients, cooks in one pot, and takes about 30 minutes to complete. Cleanup is a breeze with this recipe!

This West African-inspired stew is a real treat. Ultra creamy, with very easy-to-find ingredients, it is super addictive.

Focusing on one-pot meals is something that I love because they are so simple and quick to put together, which means more time spent with family or friends rather than in the kitchen cooking up dinner.