Savory Brown Stew Chicken for Ultimate Comfort Meals

Experience the aromatic delight of Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken, a comforting dish bursting with savory flavors.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Caribbean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 whole Chicken Using bone-in pieces enhances flavor and tenderness.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.

For the Marinade

1 medium Onion Sweet or yellow onions add depth.
4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
2 stalks Escallion (Green Onion) Finely chopped.
2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme A must for authentic flavor.
2 tablespoons Browning Sauce Adds rich color.
1 piece Scotch Bonnet Pepper Adjust to spice tolerance.
1 tablespoon Dark Brown Sugar Balances savory flavors.

For the Gravy

2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock Flavorful without overwhelming salt.
1 medium Red Bell Pepper Julienned.
1 medium Green Bell Pepper Julienned.
4 tablespoons Ketchup Helps thicken the gravy.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Optional umami flavor enhancer.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning the chicken.
2 leaves Bay Leaves Optional for aroma.
1 teaspoon Pimento Seeds (Allspice) Enhances aromatic notes.

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Cooking Steps

Trim and wash the whole chicken, then pat it dry and chop into smaller pieces.
Combine chicken pieces with onion, garlic, escallion, thyme, browning sauce, dark brown sugar, Scotch Bonnet pepper, and season with salt and pepper. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the marinated chicken for about 5-10 minutes.
Pour in the reserved marinade and chicken stock, bring to boil, then simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
Stir in ketchup to thicken gravy, adjust seasoning and simmer until desired consistency.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider adding vegetables like carrots or potatoes during simmering for a heartier meal.

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