Teresa's Recipes
Kienyeji Chicken
A tantalizing journey to the heart of Kenya with our Kienyeji Chicken stew, traditionally slow-cooked with a medley of robust spices and hearty vegetables. This treasured recipe has been passed down through generations, and is usually served with ugali, a firm cornmeal porridge, and sukuma wiki, a delightful sauté of collard greens. Each bite is a celebration of authentic Kenyan flavor, making you feel like you're partaking in a rich cultural feast right at home.
Ingredients
- A handful, chopped Fresh coriander
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- To taste Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1, diced Green bell pepper
- 2, sliced Carrots
- 2, diced Potatoes
- 3, chopped Tomatoes
- 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2, chopped Onions
- 1, cut into pieces Kienyeji chicken
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 7g
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until they turn translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, letting them cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Place the chicken pieces in the pot, turning them occasionally until they are browned on all sides.
- Mix in the chopped tomatoes, curry powder, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Ensure all the chicken pieces are well coated with the spices.
- Cover the pot and allow the chicken to cook in its own juices for about 10 minutes. This helps to intensify the flavors.
- Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced green bell pepper to the pot, stirring them in to combine with the chicken and spices.
- Pour in the water and bring the stew to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for about 45 minutes. This is until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Kienyeji chicken stew hot, garnished with fresh coriander. For an authentic Kenyan meal, enjoy with ugali and sukuma wiki.