Jamaican brown stew chicken

Jamaican brown stew chicken is a classic Caribbean dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory sauce infused with aromatic spices and vegetables. Served with rice and peas, this dish is a comforting staple that embodies the vibrant flavors of Jamaican cuisine.

Caribbean · 60 min · 4 servings · plates_sophie

Ingredients

• 1 kg chicken pieces, skinless
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cm ginger, grated
• 4 sprigs thyme, fresh
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 250 ml chicken broth
• to taste black pepper, ground
• to taste salt

Method

1. Marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the marinated chicken pieces on all sides, then remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add onions, bell peppers, and carrots. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in brown sugar and allow it to caramelize slightly before adding the chopped tomato, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper.
5. Return the chicken to the pot and add chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes.
6. Check for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper. Remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
7. Serve hot with rice and peas or steamed vegetables.

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