Chicken Mchuzi (Tanzanian Stewed Chicken)

Chicken Mchuzi is a popular Tanzanian dish made with chicken, potatoes, onions, and a blend of spices. The sauce is slightly thickened to create a rich and flavorful stew.

Ingredients

Meat

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

• 2 large onions, chopped
• 3-4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

Spices

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Cooking oil

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

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Chicken Mchuzi Sauce

Mix the following:

• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Recipe Steps

1. Heat Oil in Pan

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.

2. Sauté Onions

Sauté chopped onions until they are translucent and slightly caramelized.

3. Add Garlic and Scotch Bonnet Pepper

Add minced garlic and chopped Scotch bonnet pepper to the pan and sauté for another minute.

4. Add Chicken

Add chicken pieces to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Add Potatoes, Spices, and Cilantro

Add cubed potatoes, cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, paprika powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.

6. Pour in Sauce

Pour in the chicken mchuzi sauce and bring the mixture to a boil.

7. Simmer Stew

Reduce heat to low and simmer the stew for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through and the chicken is tender.

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Optional: Serve with Rice

Serve Chicken

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