Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken: 1 whole chicken (about 2-3 pounds), cut into pieces
- Creamy Peanut Butter: 1/2 cup
- Tomatoes: 2 medium, chopped
- Bell Peppers: 1 red, 1 green, chopped
- Onions: 2 large, chopped
- Celery: 2-3 stalks, chopped
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Cayenne Pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons for cooking
- Rice: to serve (about 2 cups cooked)
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (plus marinating time for chicken)
Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Marinate chicken pieces in a little salt and black pepper for about 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil and add the chopped onions. Saute until softened.
- Add the garlic and continue to cook for another minute.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the creamy peanut butter and mix well.
- Add the chicken pieces and pour enough water to cover the contents in the pot.
- Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about an hour, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over hot cooked rice.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 4 people)
Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving (depending on the amount of rice served)
Fat: 25-30g
Carbohydrates: 40-50g
Protein: 30-40g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy, with a unique blend of spices and flavors.
- A traditional American dish with a Creolean twist, perfect for a hearty meal.
- Great combination of chicken and vegetables.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were so rich and delicious! This is definitely a dish to try."
- "The creamy peanut butter added a unique touch to this dish, loved it!"
- "A great blend of traditional American flavors with a Creolean twist, really enjoyed it."
- "The dish was quite hearty and filling, perfect for a cold winter day."
- "I loved the combination of chicken and vegetables, really well balanced."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
- Marinating the chicken gives it a better flavor.
- If you want to reduce the heat level, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
