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Authentic Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

A rich, flavorful Jamaican classic made with seasoned chicken simmered in a deep brown gravy until tender.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Stew Base
  • 2.5 lbs chicken pieces bone-in preferred
  • 1 tbsp browning sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 large bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Season chicken thoroughly and marinate.
  2. Brown chicken in oil and brown sugar mixture.
  3. Sauté vegetables in same pot.
  4. Return chicken, add liquids, and simmer until tender.

Notes

Tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.