Chicken in peanut sauce is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich and creamy peanut sauce. This recipe serves 4 people and is perfect for a satisfying and delicious dinner. The chicken is first browned in oil to seal in the flavors, then cooked in a flavorful mixture of onions, tomatoes, tomato purée, and a blend of spices including cayenne pepper, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, and coriander. The ground toasted peanuts add a nutty richness to the sauce, creating a wonderful depth of flavor. Simmered in chicken stock, the chicken becomes tender and absorbs the delicious sauce. Serve this dish hot, and pair it with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
INGREDIENTS:
- 100g/4oz shelled unsalted raw peanuts
- 1.4kg/3lb chicken, jointed
- 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 100g/4oz tomatoes, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato purée
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Pinch of salt
- 450ml/3/4pt chicken stock
PREPARATIONS:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas mark 6.
- Spread the shelled unsalted raw peanuts on a baking tray and toast them in the oven for 6-8 minutes until lightly browned. Shake and check them frequently to prevent burning. Once toasted, allow them to cool, then grind them into a powdery paste.
- Heat the sunflower oil in a frying pan and brown the chicken pieces. Transfer the browned chicken to a flameproof casserole dish.
- In the same pan, sweat the finely chopped onion gently until golden. Add the peeled and roughly chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, cayenne pepper, paprika, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground coriander, and a pinch of salt. Stir the mixture for about 3 minutes.
- Pour the chicken stock into the pan with the onion and spice mixture. Bring it to a boil, stirring continuously, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the casserole dish.
- Cover the casserole dish, reduce the heat, and simmer the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the ground peanuts. Continue to simmer, covered, for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Skim off any fat from the surface of the sauce. Check the seasoning and adjust if necessary.
- Serve the chicken in peanut sauce hot, accompanied by steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
YIELD:
- This recipe serves 4 people.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make sure to check the chicken for doneness by ensuring it is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Adjust the spiciness of the dish by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper according to your taste preferences.
TIPS:
- Garnish the chicken in peanut sauce with chopped fresh coriander or parsley for added freshness and visual appeal.
- Serve the dish with steamed rice, naan bread, or roti to soak up the delicious sauce.
- You can customize the dish by adding vegetables such as bell peppers or peas for added texture and color.
Chicken in peanut sauce is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a flavorful and creamy peanut sauce. This recipe serves 4 people and is perfect for a delightful dinner. The chicken is first browned to enhance its flavor, then cooked in a mixture of onions, tomatoes, tomato purée, and a blend of spices. The addition of ground toasted peanuts adds a nutty richness to the sauce, creating a delightful depth of flavor. Simmered in chicken stock, the chicken becomes tender and absorbs the flavorful sauce.
Serve this chicken in peanut sauce hot, accompanied by steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. The combination of tender chicken and creamy peanut sauce is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Enjoy this delicious and comforting dish with your loved ones!
