QUICK AND EASY JERK CHICKEN STEW

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cajun seasoning

Cajun seasoning provides a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and more flavorful.

Wash and peel the drumsticks, then place them in a bowl.

Add a little salt to the drumsticks, along with garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder, black pepper, and jerk seasoning. Mix well.

Let the chicken marinate for up to 3 hours, or at least 30 minutes if short on time.

Chop the bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, then add them to the marinated chicken and mix.

Heat oil in a pan and add the marinated chicken to brown it.

Turn the chicken to brown all sides, covering it to release juices and enhance flavor.

In a bowl with leftover veggies, add water and thyme, then pour this mixture over the browned chicken.

Cover the pan and let it simmer, ensuring not to add too much water as it's a stew, not a soup.

In a separate pan, sauté onions and peppers, then add cabbage and carrots. Season with salt and steam until desired tenderness is reached.

Serve the jerk chicken stew with white rice and cabbage.

Cooking Techniques

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