HOW TO MAKE THE BEST JAMAICAN STEW CHICKEN | Caribbean Stew Chicken

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: tamari

Coconut aminos are lower in sodium and gluten-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds a unique flavor while white sugar is more economical.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños provide heat while banana peppers are milder and cheaper.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and carrot; cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

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

Sprinkle in thyme, allspice, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat chicken evenly.

Add chopped tomato and scotch bonnet pepper; mix well.

Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice; stir to combine.

Add enough water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; remove scotch bonnet for less heat if desired.

Serve hot with rice or bread, garnished with fresh herbs if available.

Cooking Techniques

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