Malian Chicken Peanut Stew (Tiguere Degue)
A rich and hearty stew made with chicken, peanut butter, tomatoes, and a medley of vegetables. This dish is a staple in Malian cuisine, offering a comforting and deeply flavorful experience.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 whole Chicken(cut into pieces, skin removed)
- 2 large Onion(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(finely chopped)
- 1 cup Peanut butter(unsalted, natural)
- 2 large Tomatoes(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 stalk Celery(diced)
- 3 Carrots(peeled and cut into halves)
- 2 medium Potatoes(cut into quarters)
- 1 large Sweet potato(cut into quarters)
- 0.25 head Cabbage(shredded)
- 1 Green bell pepper(diced)
- 1 Chili pepper(fresh or dried, to taste)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 Chicken stock cube
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and brown them lightly on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
⏱️ 8-10 minutes - 2
In the same pot, sauté chopped onions until softened, then add chopped garlic, diced celery, and diced green bell pepper. Cook for a few more minutes until fragrant.
⏱️ 5-7 minutes - 3
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and chili pepper. Cook for 1 minute, then stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
⏱️ 2 minutes - 4
Add water, chicken stock cube, and the browned chicken pieces to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 15 minutes.
⏱️ 15 minutes - 5
Add carrots, potatoes, and cabbage to the pot. Continue to simmer, covered, until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened. Add the sweet potato a few minutes before the end of cooking.
⏱️ 30-40 minutes - 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, traditionally with rice.
💡 Tip: The stew is ready when the sauce has thickened and the chicken and vegetables are cooked through.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a smoother sauce, you can blend some of the cooked vegetables before returning them to the pot.
- ✓Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
- ✓Ensure you use natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for the best flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Other vegetables like okra or green beans can be added.
- For a richer flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of water.