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Brown Stew Chicken Recipe

Brown Stew Chicken

A flavorful and comforting Brown Stew Chicken recipe perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl For marinating chicken.
  • Pot For browning chicken and making the stew.

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 large bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 pieces scallions, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced or 1 tablespoon garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Jamaican ground allspice
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 8 pieces chicken pieces mix of legs & boneless/skinless thighs
  • 3 teaspoons browning sauce
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 medium-sized carrots, chopped
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
  • 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper
  • 3 cups chicken stock or broth

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix the onion, bell pepper, scallions, garlic, brown sugar, paprika, allspice, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and browning sauce. Massage the marinade into the chicken well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade. In a pot over medium-high heat, brown the chicken in batches, ensuring each piece gets a nice sear. Once browned, set the chicken aside.
  • Using the same pot, sauté the reserved marinade until fragrant. Then, add back the browned chicken, chopped carrots, tomato sauce, thyme, bay leaves, scotch bonnet pepper, and chicken stock. Stir everything together to combine.
  • Cover the pot and let it simmer over medium-low heat for 1 1/2 – 2 hours, or until the chicken is beautifully tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Once cooked, remove herb stems, bay leaves, and the scotch bonnet pepper. If you prefer a thicker gravy, simmer the stew liquid over medium-high heat until it reduces to your liking. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  • Discard herb stems, bay leaves, and scotch bonnet pepper. Serve the stew hot, ideally with rice and peas for a complete meal.

Notes

Serve with rice and peas for a complete meal.
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