African Sweet Potato & Chicken Stew African Sweet Potato & Chicken Stew

In this African peanut and chicken stew recipe, nutrient-rich sweet potatoes and no-salt-added tomatoes keep this creamy stew healthy. To complete the bowl, the flavorful chicken stew is served over whole-wheat couscous seasoned with lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro.

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• By: EatingWell Test Kitchen

Ingredients 4 servings

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• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander, divided
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 large onion, halved and sliced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 large sweet potato (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed (1/2-inch)

• 1 28-ounce can no-salt-added whole tomatoes (see Tip), chopped (juice reserved)
• 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup whole-wheat couscous
• 1 cup chopped cilantro