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African Chicken Peanut Stew is full of bold flavors and cozy comfort!! Chicken, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, fresh ginger, spices, and creamy peanut butter come together in a rich, satisfying soup that is packed with nutrition. It only takes about 30 minutes to cook, making it perfect for a weeknight meal.
Why You’ll Love This African Chicken Peanut Soup
I know it might sound a little different, but trust me, this one is a winner!! Back in Germany, my family loved visiting a local African restaurant. Everything from the peanut-forward flavors to the fresh ginger and spices was unforgettable. That experience inspired this stew.
This soup is perfect for chilly nights when you want something warm, comforting, and a little different. If you love nut butter, sweet potatoes, or experimenting with ginger and spices, this one is for you!! As a nutritionist, I always love adding ground ginger for its anti-inflammatory benefits. It’s filled with protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
Nothing warms me up like a bowl of soup and this one might be your new favorite. I also enjoy other cozy, flavorful options like Nutty Sweet Potato Soup, Coconut Curry Lentil Soup, or Thai Chicken Zoodle Soup. All easy ways to mix up your weeknight soup rotation.
How to Make African Chicken Peanut Stew
The Directions:
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, dice the onion, and finely chop the ginger.
- Heat coconut oil in a large soup pot. Sauté the chicken until browned, then remove.
- Add more oil if needed, then sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and sweet potato for 5-7 minutes until the sweet potato starts to soften. Stir in cumin and coriander.
- Return the chicken to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, peanut butter, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve hot! Top each bowl with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts.
Tips
- Sweet potatoes give the soup a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with peanut butter.
- More ginger = more flavor!! Don’t be shy with it.
- Like many soups, this one tastes even better the next day.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week or freeze in an airtight container for up to a month.
Serving Suggestions
- Top each bowl with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for extra flavor and crunch!!
- Serve alongside flatbread or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Perfect for chilly evenings or when you want something cozy and nourishing.
This African Chicken Peanut Stew is the perfect cozy, flavorful soup to add to your weekly rotation. Enjoy the layers of flavor and warmth in every bite!!
African Chicken Peanut Stew
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, avocado oil, or olive oil
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 medium sized white onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh ginger
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small pieces
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp sea salt , + more to taste
- 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup peanut butter*, either crunchy or smooth is fine
- 32 oz chicken broth
- Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large pot to medium heat. Add 1 tbsp coconut oil, and place chicken breast in the pot. Cook for 4-6 minutes until chicken is browned on the outside (may be a little uncooked on the inside). Remove from pot and set aside. Keep the pot hot.
- Add remaining oil to the pot and let melt. Place onion, garlic, ginger, and sweet potato into the pot. Let vegetables sauté for 5-7 minutes or until sweet potatoes begin to soften and onions are translucent. Now stir in the cumin, coriander, and sea salt.
- Bring chicken back to the pot. Add tomatoes, peanut butter, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, and continue to stir the stew.
- Reduce heat to medium low. Let simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Top each bowl with fresh cilantro, peanuts, and salt to taste. Serve hot!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Love this recipe! We made it last night with almond butter instead of peanut butter and it is SO DELICIOUS. Will definitely be adding to the regular rotation!
This was great!! I made it with cashew butter instead of peanut butter and it turned out super delicious. The chopped cashew and cilantro garnish also made it extra yummy. 😋
So happy to hear, Emil! Thanks for sharing. And definitely agree on the cashew butter, such a yummy addition!
Do you use unsweetened, natural peanut butter in your savory recipes that call for peanut butter?
Yes, natural peanut butter. Only ingredient should be peanuts.
Are you able to include some nutrition information?
Yes, it’s in the notes section of the bottom of the recipe!