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Kenya Walker

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken Recipe

A Caribbean Dish full of flavor & spices that are “oh so delicious!” Bring this island dish to your home by making this hearty & succulent Jamaican style Brown Stew Chicken in the comfort of your home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Caribbean, Jamaican
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ to 2 lbs Chicken (Or 1 whole chicken cut up)
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp thyme
  • 1 Tbs onion powder
  • 1 Tbs garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp Oregano
  • 2 to 3 Tbs soy sauce
  • 1 to 2 tsp Browning sauce
  • 1 Tsp Brown Sugar
  • Olive oil (enough to coat the pan)
  • 2 to 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • ½ Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • ½ Green Bell Pepper chopped
  • 2 Stalks Scallion or Green onion chopped
  • 2 to 3 Garlic cloves Minced
  • 1 Tbs Tomato paste (Substitute: ketchup)
  • Optional: ¼ Scotch Bonnet Pepper seeds removed and finely chopped. {Scotch bonnet pepper is spicy so it’s optional}

Method
 

  1. Clean & prep the chicken. It’s completely optional but I recommend removing the skin.
  2. Clean & prep the veggies. Chop into small pieces & set aside for later.
  3. In a large bowl add the chicken & season with the spices/herbs, soy sauce, and browning sauce.
  4. Add the veggies (except the garlic) and mix everything together.
  5. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour, but overnight is better.
  6. In a large pot or skillet, heat up some olive oil over medium high heat. (Add enough oil to coat the pan.)
  7. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and allow the chicken to brown. It may take 1 to 2 minutes to brown each side.
  8. Once all the chicken has been browned- remove from pan and set aside.
  9. Add the veggies (except garlic) and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened.
  10. Add the fresh garlic and sauté for a few seconds or until it becomes fragrant.
  11. Add the chicken broth & stir everything together. Allow the liquid to come to a boil, then add the chicken back to the pot.
  12. Add the brown sugar, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir everything together & allow the paste to dissolve.
  13. Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to medium.
  14. Allow the chicken to cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour. (Be sure to stir the chicken occasionally throughout the cooking time).
  15. Note: The cooking time will vary, so use a thermometer to ensure doneness.
  16. Note: Once the chicken has been properly cooked, it should be tender. The liquid will reduce to a thickened gravy.
  17. Serve over rice & enjoy!