Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken is a flavorful and hearty dish that is a staple in Jamaican cuisine. The chicken is marinated and then simmered in a rich, brown stew sauce, creating a dish that is both savory and slightly sweet.

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Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, thyme, allspice, and brown sugar. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the onions, garlic, bell pepper, and tomatoes until softened.
  4. Return the chicken to the pot and add the chicken broth. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve the Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken hot with rice or bread.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large bowl Large pot Cutting board Knife Spatula Cooking spoon

Tools

Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken is traditionally served with rice and peas, fried plantains, or Jamaican festival (a type of sweet fried dumpling).

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a scotch bonnet pepper to the stew while it simmers, but be sure to remove it before serving if you don't want it too spicy.

Cost

$15