CRISPY BONELESS BROWN STEW CHICKEN (JAMAICAN INSPIRED)

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces sodium while adding flavor.

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

In a mixing bowl, combine chicken with the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 inch grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon thyme; mix well and let marinate for 30 minutes.

Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add 1 tablespoon brown sugar to the pot and cook until it caramelizes, about 2 minutes.

Add the marinated chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Add 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped bell pepper, and 1 chopped carrot to the pot; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.

Stir in 1 chopped tomato, 2 chopped scallions, and 1 teaspoon allspice; cook for 2 minutes.

Return the chicken to the pot and add 1 cup chicken broth; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.

Adjust seasoning with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and additional soy sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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