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Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew

SUBMITTED BY: RCKim PHOTO BY: docswife

"With flavors reminiscent of Morocco and Mexico, this easy yet richly-flavored stew contains loads of chicken, vegetables, and some surprising spices! If desired, pass lime wedges to squeeze over individual servings."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 34 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  25 Min
READY IN  50 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 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
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons water
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  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

DIRECTIONS

  1. 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.
  2. Once the potatoes are done, stir in corn and kidney beans. Cook a few minutes until hot, then stir in cilantro before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2007 by mama_amy
We thought the stew was okay the first night. When we had leftovers for lunch the next day we... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2007 by Vandrita
This stew has great flavor! I loved the corn and kidney beans. I added the cilantro and lime... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2007 by KANDI
Excellent Stew with a boat load of flavor. I added about a cup of mild salsa and a teaspoon... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2007 by Judy K.
This is a wonderful easy and delicious recipe! The only small change I made was - instead of 2... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2007 by Crystal
This recipe is a fantastic twist on traditional chicken soup/stew with a mexican flare. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2007 by CookinNurse
my new favorite soup! made just the way it suggested. Tastes even better the 2nd day! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2007 by Busy Bea
This recipe was OUTSTANDING! The stew makes a very hearty meal. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2007 by rabeil
Excellent! Will definitely make again. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2007 by angiedeveau
Very tasty. I really love it with lots of lime juice in it. Gives it more zing. MORE