How to Master the Art of Preparing Spicy and Tangy Chicken Pepper Dry- A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Prepare Chicken Pepper Dry

Chicken pepper dry is a popular Nigerian dish that combines tender chunks of chicken with spicy peppers and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is a flavorful explosion in your mouth and is often served with rice or yam. If you’re looking to prepare this delightful meal at home, follow these simple steps to achieve a delicious chicken pepper dry dish.

Ingredients

To make chicken pepper dry, you will need the following ingredients:

– 1 kilogram of chicken, cut into pieces
– 2 large red bell peppers, sliced
– 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
– 2 large tomatoes, blended
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon of ginger, grated
– 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
– 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric
– 1 teaspoon of ground paprika
– 1 teaspoon of ground chili powder
– 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
– 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
– 1 cup of water or chicken broth

Instructions

1.

Marinate the chicken:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, and 1 teaspoon of ground paprika. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2.

Sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger:

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic and ginger are fragrant.

3.

Add the peppers and tomatoes:

Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes until they start to soften. Then, pour in the blended tomatoes and mix well.

4.

Season the mixture:

Add the ground chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground black pepper, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot. Stir well to combine the flavors.

5.

Cook the chicken:

Add the marinated chicken pieces to the pot. Pour in the water or chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

6.

Adjust the seasoning:

Taste the chicken pepper dry and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

7.

Serve:

Once the chicken is cooked, remove the pot from heat. Serve the chicken pepper dry with rice or yam.

Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken pepper dry!