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Heavenly Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken for Comforting Feasts

This Authentic Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken recipe combines tender chicken with a rich, flavorful sauce, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 4 lbs bone-in chicken pieces For richer flavor
  • 1 large onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 inch ginger Fresh, grated
  • 2 medium bell peppers Diced, any color
  • 2 medium tomatoes Diced, fresh or canned
  • 2 medium carrots Sliced
  • 1 tsp thyme Fresh preferred
  • 1 medium scotch bonnet pepper For heat
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce Or coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Can replace with honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cups chicken stock Homemade is best
  • 2 tbsp oil For browning chicken
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup potatoes For a heartier stew
  • 1 cup peas

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken with salt, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight for better flavor.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high and brown the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. Remove the chicken and sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and bell peppers in the same pot for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Return chicken to the pot, add tomatoes, carrots, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Add chicken stock to cover the chicken halfway, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt or brown sugar as needed. If too thick, add a splash of water or stock.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the chicken to marinate well. Experiment with different vegetables and proteins to personalize the dish.

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