Frango Com Manteiga De Amendoim (african Style Peanut Butter Chicken)

Frango com Manteiga de Amendoim, also known as African Style Peanut Butter Chicken, is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the rich and creamy taste of peanut butter with tender chicken pieces. This Macanese cuisine recipe is a perfect blend of African and Asian influences, creating a unique and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Macanese Macanese Cuisine Peanut Butter Chicken African Stovetop
Frango Com Manteiga De Amendoim (african Style Peanut Butter Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the creamy peanut butter and chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the peanut butter sauce over them. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Serve the Frango com Manteiga de Amendoim hot, garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large skillet Spatula Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Frango com Manteiga de Amendoim with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious peanut butter sauce.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce to the peanut butter sauce.

Cost

$12