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Delicious Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken – Flavorful Island Comfort in Every Bite

Tender chicken simmered in a rich, caramelized gravy with bold island spices for a comforting and authentic Jamaican meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade:
  • 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks work best
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon browning sauce
  • 2 stalks green onion chopped
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper finely chopped (or less for milder heat)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Juice of 1 lime
For the Stew:
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar for caramelizing
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup optional, for sweetness
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken with seasoning, herbs, and browning sauce for at least 2 hours.
  2. Caramelize brown sugar in oil until amber.
  3. Brown the chicken in the caramelized sugar, then add vegetables and broth.
  4. Simmer until tender and gravy thickens.
  5. Serve hot with rice, plantains, or steamed vegetables.