Creamy West African Style Peanut Butter Soup

Name: Creamy West African Style Peanut Butter Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 can crushed tomatoes, 14 ounces; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for garnish; Cooked white rice for serving

This comforting soup is a beautiful blend of savory chicken and creamy peanut butter that warms you right up.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 African· October 15, 2026

Creamy West African Style Peanut Butter Soup

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

35 minutes

Total

50 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about the way peanut butter adds a velvety richness to a savory soup. This West African inspired dish is a family favorite in my house because it feels like a warm hug in a bowl, especially on those chilly nights when you need a little comfort food.

My biggest tip for this one is to use natural creamy peanut butter if you can find it. It really makes the broth smooth and keeps the flavor balanced without being too sweet. Don't be afraid to add an extra pinch of cayenne if you like a little heat in your spoon.

🧺 Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
4 cups chicken broth
1 can crushed tomatoes, 14 ounces
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for garnish
Cooked white rice for serving

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the chicken thighs.
2
Cook the chicken until browned on all sides, then remove it from the pot and set it aside on a plate.
3
In the same pot, add the onion and cook until it is soft and translucent.
4
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.
5
Whisk in the peanut butter, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, cumin, and cayenne pepper until everything is smooth.
6
Return the chicken to the pot and bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
7
Cover the pot and let it cook for 25 minutes or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
8
Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and stir the meat back into the soup.
9
Taste and add salt and pepper as needed before serving hot over fluffy white rice.

💡 Tips

This soup keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to three days. I recommend serving it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and extra crushed peanuts on top for a nice crunch. If the soup gets too thick after sitting in the fridge, just add a splash of chicken broth when you reheat it on the stove.

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