Delicious Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of Jamaica with this delectable brown stew chicken recipe. Tender, marinated chicken simmers in a rich, spiced sauce, infused with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish promises a comforting taste of the Caribbean that will delight your senses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken pieces
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp pimento seeds (allspice)
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole (adjust for heat)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces skin-side down until golden brown (about 7 minutes), then flip them over.
- Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste, soy sauce, thyme, pimento seeds, and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for another minute to blend flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth or water until chicken is submerged. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 minutes.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes; cook uncovered for an additional 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: <0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg