Jollof Spaghetti with Chicken

Ingredients

• 500g spaghetti
• 1 lb chicken pieces (thighs, wings, or drumsticks)
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 3 large tomatoes, blended
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional)
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 2 seasoning cubes
• Water as needed
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Procedure

1. Season the chicken with salt, thyme, curry powder, and one seasoning cube. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the remaining oil. Sauté the onions, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
4. Add the tomato paste, blended tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
5. Season the sauce with salt, the remaining seasoning cube, and more thyme and curry powder if desired.
6. Add water and bring the sauce to a boil. Break the spaghetti in half and add it to the pot.
7. Stir and cook the spaghetti in the sauce until it's al dente, adding more water if needed.
8. Return the fried chicken to the pot, letting it simmer for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.