Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 packet

RawSpiceBar's Bird's Eye Berbere

For Rubbing

4 pound

bone-in chicken

Cut into pieces

1 packet

RawSpiceBar's Peanut Rub

For Flavor

1 piece

onion

Chopped

1 piece

green bell pepper

Chopped

3 piece

carrots

Chopped

1 clove

garlic

Minced

1 piece

jalapeno

Minced

4 cup

chicken broth

None

0.5 cup

smooth peanut butter

None

1 tbsp

tomato paste

None

1 piece

tomato

Chopped

1 piece

fresh ginger

Grated

0.5 cup

coconut milk

None

1 tbsp

Vegetable oil

None

1 pinch

salt & pepper

To Taste

Step 1
~12 min

Rub chicken with RawSpiceBar's Bird's Eye Berbere.

Step 2
~12 min

Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~12 min

Working in batches, add half the chicken and brown on all sides.

Step 4
~12 min

Transfer browned chicken to a platter and brown remaining chicken.

Step 5
~12 min

In a large pot, combine the browned chicken, onion, green bell pepper, carrots, garlic, jalapeno, chicken broth, smooth peanut butter, tomato paste, tomato, and fresh ginger.

Step 6
~12 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 7
~12 min

Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~12 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapeno for desired spiciness.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a side of crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fufu
Banku

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ghana

Cultural Significance

A staple dish often served during celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Comfort Food
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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