Description
Brown stew chicken is a deliciously rich Caribbean dish that envelops tender chicken in a fragrant sauce bursting with spices. Ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe captures the essence of comfort food with its vibrant flavors and comforting aromas. Serve it over rice or with fresh bread for a delightful meal that will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat dry.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook until aromatic.
- Brown the seasoned chicken on all sides for about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, broth, thyme, bell peppers, and brown sugar.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 30–40 minutes until tender.
- Serve over rice or mashed potatoes; garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg