Keto African Chicken Peanut Stew
Immerse your taste buds in the bold, comforting flavors of Keto African Chicken Peanut Stew—a low-carb twist on a cherished West African classic. This hearty dish combines tender, seasoned chicken thighs with a luscious peanut butter-infused tomato broth, layered with aromatic garlic, ginger, and cayenne pepper for a mild kick. Vibrant red bell peppers and nutrient-packed fresh spinach add bursts of color and texture, while a hint of lime juice brightens every spoonful. Perfect for keto enthusiasts, this one-pot wonder is rich, creamy, and packed with wholesome ingredients, all while maintaining a low-carb profile. Easy-to-make and ideal for meal prep, serve it warm and garnished with fresh cilantro for a satisfying and flavorful dinner that’s destined to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 1 large Red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 cups Chicken broth, low-sodium
- 0.75 cup Creamy natural peanut butter, unsweetened
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 4 cups Spinach, fresh
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Brown the chicken thighs on both sides, approximately 4-5 minutes per side, then remove them from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped red bell pepper, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken thighs to the pot, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove the lid, stir in the peanut butter, and add the cayenne pepper. Mix until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
Add the fresh spinach, stirring until the leaves are wilted, about 3 minutes.
Add lime juice and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.5 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 5190 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 257.5 g | 515% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 947 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 8640 mg | 184% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
