West African-Style Chicken and Fennel Stew Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 05, 2011

I stumbled upon this when searching for a recipe to use the fennel I got from my produce co-op. It was delicious! I had to make a few substitutions because I didn't have all of the ingredients on hand: great Northern beans for chickpeas and dried herbs for fresh. When I mixed the spices I went easy on it for the kids, but ended up adding more later. The spice combination is delicious. I had reservations as I cooked the fennel (like the previous reviewer I preferred mine softer, so I cooked them until almost caramelized-next time I will chop smaller) and wasn't sure what to think of the french onion soup, but it came together beautifully. We served ours over cooked lentils. This is definitely a keeper!

—Realmom

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 25, 2013

I had never had Campbell's French onion soup before, so I didn't know what to expect...to put it lightly, it is far from delicious. If I would have just sautéed some onions and added beef stock the dish probably would be 3 stars without changing anything else.

—CrabbyUnicorn

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14 Ratings

Jun 08, 2012

I was giving this three stars when I first tasted it, but by the end of my bowl, I was in love! I made it exactly as written. The flavors grow in your mouth, although I would not call it spicy, it is FULL of flavor.

—purple-girl

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May 03, 2011

The fennel gave this a really unique taste, though I let them cook a little bit longer than specified because I prefer them softer.

—summergirl492

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Apr 05, 2012

I belong to a farm co-op and never really knew what to do with the fennel we get each spring. Thank you All Recipes for introducing me to this recipe!! I've made this stew three times now and we love it! I've used thighs and breasts at different times but prefer the breasts. It's simmering on my stove right now, my house smells lovely and licorice-y!

—Lene

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Jan 30, 2013

Stumbled across this while I was looking for some way to use my fennel and chicken. What a treat! I didn't have all the ingredients on hand (no french onion soup or chickpeas) so after I sauteed and removed the chicken from the pan, I also sauteed onions with the fennel. Then I deglazed the pan with red wine, added powdered onion soup mix, water and returned to boil then threw in some no yolk noodles and simmered the whole thing (covered) until the noodles were done. what a lot of flavor! very yummy. I'll do this again!

—Kyungs

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Oct 01, 2012

I love this dish. I have made it a few times, always with chicken breast (bite size) instead of thighs and with less fennel (1 bulb) and with chicken stock instead of soup. I serve with couscous and its really delicious, even the next day. Was definitely not a fennel fan, until this. Thanks for sharing.

—feefers

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Jul 19, 2012

I was surprised how good this recipe was because I am not a huge fan of fennel. I used 6 drumsticks instead of boneless thighs and that was fine. I baked the drumsticks in the oven first for 30 min on each side with oil, salt and pepper. I think the recipe will be pretty good with chicken breast too.

—doroteia

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Nutrition

Calories
341 kcal
17%

Carbohydrates
25.1 g
8%

Cholesterol
66 mg
22%

Fat
17.3 g
27%

Fiber
7.5 g
30%

Protein
22.8 g
46%

Sodium
634 mg
25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

West African-Style Chicken and Fennel Stew

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 341
Calories from Fat: 155

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.3g 27 %
** Saturated Fat 4.2g 21 %
Cholesterol 66mg 22 %
Sodium 634mg 25 %
** Potassium 872mg 24 %
Total Carbohydrates 25.1g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 7.5g 30 %
Protein 22.8g 46 %
** Sugars 2.1g
** Vitamin A 15 %
** Vitamin C 45 %
** Calcium 13 %
** Iron 33 %
** Thiamin 8 %
** Niacin 66 %
** Vitamin B6 28 %
** Magnesium 20 %
** Folate 45 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.