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Brownstew Chicken

Cultural Context

Brownstew Chicken is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, often served at family gatherings and special occasions. It showcases the island's vibrant flavors through marinated chicken simmered with vegetables and spices. This dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of Jamaica, influenced by African, Spanish, and British traditions. Today, it's enjoyed not only in Jamaica but also in Caribbean communities worldwide, often paired with rice and peas or fried plantains.

JamaicanJMmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
dark meat chicken (legs, thighs, or wings)
salt
black pepper
green seasoning (a blend of fresh herbs and spices)
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup water
oil (for browning the chicken)
1 onion, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 scotch bonnet pepper (for heat)
2 sprigs escallion (chopped)
1 carrot, diced
1 potato, diced
soy sauce (a splash)
ketchup (a splash)
water (1½ to 2 cups, or use chicken stock for more flavor)
chopped escallion
half a slice of onion
fresh thyme
sliced sweet pepper

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Coconut aminos offer a lower sodium alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness.

1

Make homemade browning sauce by melting brown sugar in water until caramelized.

2

Season dark meat chicken with salt, black pepper, and green seasoning.

3

Heat oil in a pot and brown the chicken on all sides.

4

Remove chicken and sauté onions, garlic, escallion, and scotch bonnet pepper until softened.

5

Add diced carrot and potato, cooking for a few minutes.

6

Return chicken to the pot, add soy sauce, ketchup, and water (or chicken stock).

7

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.

8

Finish with fresh thyme, chopped escallion, and sweet pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Brown Stew ChickenJamaican Brown Stew Chicken

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