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Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

A flavorful and hearty dish, Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken combines marinated chicken with fresh vegetables for a comforting meal that brings a taste of the Caribbean to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the marination

  • 2 pounds chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

For cooking

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For browning the chicken
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 piece bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, sliced
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper For flavor; optional for a milder taste
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider)
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Marinate the chicken pieces by mixing salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme in a bowl. Rub this mixture onto the chicken and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the browned chicken and place it on a plate.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, minced garlic, sliced bell pepper, and sliced carrot. Sauté these vegetables for about 5 minutes until they soften.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the whole Scotch bonnet pepper, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and allspice. Stir everything together until combined.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure everything cooks evenly.

Serving

  • Serve hot over a bed of fluffy rice or alongside mashed potatoes, and pair it with steamed vegetables or coleslaw.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper depending on your spice preference. You can add more vegetables like potatoes or green beans for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Keyword Caribbean Cuisine, chicken recipe, Comfort Food, hearty dinner, Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
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