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Stew with Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

This simple yet flavorful stew features a lot of chicken, vegetables, and some unexpected spices, with flavors reminiscent of Morocco and Mexico. Pass lime wedges to squeeze over individual dishes if preferred.

Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil 

1 onion, chopped 

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound sweet potato, peeled and cubed

1 orange bell pepper, seeded and cubed

1 pound cooked chicken breast, cubed 

1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

2 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon cocoa powder

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour 

2 tablespoons water

1 cup frozen corn

1 (16 ounce) 1 can of kidney beans, washed and drained well

½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

step 1

In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened and translucent brown, 5 minutes.

 In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato, bell pepper, chicken, tomatoes, and 2 cups of water. Salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes are all good additions. Raise the heat to a medium to high temperature and let the mixture boil well.

 2 tbsp flour + 2 tbsp water + 2 tbsp flour + 2 tbsp water + 2 tbsp flour + 2 Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 to 20 minutes, Or until the potatoes are soft and not very flat, but not soft. Leave them a little until the potato water dries up. To keep the stew from sticking, stir it occasionally.

Step 2

Stir in the corn and kidney beans once the potatoes are done. Cook for a few minutes until the mixture is hot, then add the cilantro just before serving.

361 calories per serving; 29.1 grams of protein; 44.1 grams of carbs; 7.7 grams of fat; 56.8 milligrams of cholesterol; 876.2 milligrams of sodium

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