Brown Stew Chicken
Experience the heartwarming flavors of brown stew chicken, a cherished Caribbean dish that brings together tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, savory sauce infused with garlic, thyme, and bell peppers. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Enjoy it served over rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red preferred)
- 1 small bunch fresh thyme
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 5 pimento peppers (allspice berries)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1. Prep: Wash all vegetables and pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- 2. Sear Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces skin-side down and brown for about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 3. Cook Aromatics: Remove chicken and sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- 4. Add Vegetables: Stir in bell pepper and carrots; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- 5. Create Sauce: Return chicken to the pot. Pour in soy sauce and chicken broth; stir in brown sugar while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 6. Simmer: Cover and reduce heat to low; let simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg