Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 pounds chicken (drumsticks, thighs, or a mix)
• 1 lime or lemon (for washing chicken)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 scallions, chopped
• 1 sprig of thyme
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper (whole or sliced, optional for spice)
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon browning sauce
• 1 cup chicken stock or water

Directions:

Prepare the Chicken:

• Wash the chicken pieces with lime or lemon and water, then pat dry.
• Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, all-purpose seasoning, and soy sauce.
• Let it marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).

Brown the Chicken:

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables:

In the same skillet, sauté the onion, bell pepper, garlic, carrots, and scallions until softened.

Build the Flavor:

• Add thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, ketchup, and browning sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
• Pour in the chicken stock or water and bring to a simmer.

Simmer the Stew:

• Return the browned chicken to the skillet, ensuring the pieces are nestled into the sauce.
• Cover and let simmer for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Final Touches & Serving:

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve hot with rice, fried dumplings, or your favorite sides.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
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