Moambe Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 5-Star Flavor
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup palm oil
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (or canned tomatoes)
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
Creating your own Moambe Chicken can be quite simple if you follow these easy steps:
- Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of palm oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the peanut butter, tomato paste, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld together.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and chopped tomatoes. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Return the Chicken: Place the seared chicken thighs back into the pot. Add bay leaves, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer: Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Allow the chicken to simmer for approximately 45-60 minutes, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and serve the dish garnished with fresh coriander.
These instructions will help you create an extraordinary dish that embodies the cascading flavors of Moambe Chicken!