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Jamaican Style Brown Stew Chicken

Cultural Context

Jamaican Style Brown Stew Chicken is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, often served during family gatherings and special occasions. Its origins can be traced back to the island's rich culinary heritage, where stewing techniques were developed to enhance flavors and tenderness. The dish is celebrated for its balance of spices and the unique heat from scotch bonnet peppers, making it a staple in homes across Jamaica. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the recipe to suit local tastes while maintaining its essence.

JamaicanJMmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3 lb chicken
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons stone monkey all-purpose seasoning
1 tablespoon magic dirt seasoning
1 tablespoon browning sauce
4 cloves garlic
2 medium tomatoes
2 teaspoons thyme
1 cup sweet peppers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with less intensity.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: tamari

Coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are cheaper than breasts.

1

Wash chicken pieces with vinegar.

2

Season chicken with stone monkey all-purpose seasoning, magic dirt seasoning, and browning sauce; mix well.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a pot until hot.

4

Add seasoned chicken to the pot and cover to cook.

5

Check on the chicken, noting it produces its own water, so no additional water is needed.

6

Turn the chicken to ensure even cooking and faster cooking time.

7

Cover the pot again to continue cooking.

8

Add sweet peppers to the pot after checking on the chicken.

9

Cook for an additional 10 minutes until chicken is ready to eat.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Brown Stew ChickenJamaican Brown Stew Chicken

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