How to Make Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender chunks of chicken, sweet potatoes, and a medley of aromatic spices. This comforting stew is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests on a chilly evening. With a perfect balance of heat from the spices and sweetness from the sweet potatoes, this stew is sure to become a family favorite.

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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) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in sweet potato, bell pepper, chicken, tomatoes, and 2 cups of water. Season with salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Dissolve flour in 2 tablespoons water, and stir in to boiling stew. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, 10 to 20 minutes. Stir the stew occasionally to keep it from sticking.
  • Once the potatoes are done, stir in corn and kidney beans. Cook a few minutes until hot, then stir in cilantro before serving.
  • Nutrition

    361 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 876mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 55mg
    • Calcium: 132mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 778mg