Delicious and Flavorful Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken Recipe

🔥Jamaican brown stew chicken is a flavorful and delicious dish that combines sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.

🍗Using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs adds flavor and richness to the stew.

🌶️The marinade, made with habanero pepper, thyme, garlic, ginger, and green onions, adds depth and heat to the dish.

🥘Simmering the chicken with onions, carrots, and bell peppers in a flavorful broth creates a rich and aromatic sauce.

🍽️Serve the Jamaican brown stew chicken with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Can I use chicken breast instead of chicken thighs?

—While chicken thighs are traditionally used in this recipe for their tenderness and flavor, you can use chicken breast if you prefer. Keep in mind that chicken breast may cook faster and be less juicy.

Can I make this dish less spicy?

—If you prefer less heat, you can reduce or omit the amount of habanero pepper used in the marinade. You can also remove the seeds and membranes from the pepper to decrease the spiciness.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

—Yes, you can prepare the Jamaican brown stew chicken in advance and reheat it when ready to serve. The flavors will continue to develop, making it even more delicious.

What other vegetables can I add to the stew?

—While the recipe calls for onions, carrots, and bell peppers, you can add other vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, or squash. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Can I freeze the leftovers?

—Yes, you can freeze the leftovers of Jamaican brown stew chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

00:00Learn how to make delicious Jamaican brown stew chicken with this easy recipe.

02:45Prepare the marinade with habanero pepper, thyme, garlic, ginger, green onions, brown sugar, black pepper, salt, smoked paprika, allspice, and apple cider vinegar.

05:30Marinate the chicken thighs in the marinade overnight for maximum flavor.

07:35Brown the chicken thighs in a skillet, then remove and set aside.

08:45Sauté onions with brown sugar in the skillet, then add chicken broth, tomato ketchup, and bay leaves.

09:55Simmer the chicken with the sauce, onions, carrots, and bell peppers for 1-1.5 hours or until tender.

12:00Adjust the seasoning of the sauce to taste and garnish with sliced green onions.

13:10Serve the Jamaican brown stew chicken with steamed rice and enjoy the delicious flavors.