The Best Cajun Chicken Stew

March 11, 2014

I love Cajun food but I don’t like it very hot…hmmm is that an oxymoron? LOL!!! I don’t like my foods so hot that I can’t taste the flavor of the food. I like it a little hot where it just has a bit of zippiness to it. This stew is really easy to make as it all goes in one pot on top of the stove. You will have a lot leftover too so freeze the rest and have it for another night. To see how I made this Cajun Chicken Stew, keep reading.

2 (15 oz cans) of kidney or pink beans, rinsed and drained
4-5 small-medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small red pepper, chopped
1 (15 oz can) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with chili peppers, undrained
1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
4 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
salt and pepper, to taste

In a large non stick Dutch oven heat the oil over medium low heat. When oil is hot add the onions, garlic and peppers and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes Add the beans, tomatoes and seasonings. Stir to...
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Nutritions

Calories
714

Sodium
2037mg
84% DV

Fat
31g
48% DV

Protein
74g
148% DV

Carbs
38g
13% DV

Fiber
10g
42% DV